What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Pontarlier?

The cheapest way to get from Paris to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Paris to Pontarlier?

The fastest way to get from Paris to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Paris and Pontarlier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Paris and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Paris to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Paris Gare De Lyon and arriving at Pontarlier via Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Paris to Pontarlier?

The distance between Paris and Pontarlier is 423 km. The road distance is 437.5 km.

How do I travel from Paris to Pontarlier without a car?

The best way to get from Paris to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Paris to Pontarlier?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Paris to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paris to Pontarlier bus from?

Paris to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Paris to Pontarlier train from?

Paris to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Train or bus from Paris to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Paris to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Paris to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Paris to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Pontarlier - Bus station.

Where does the Paris to Pontarlier train arrive?

Paris to Pontarlier train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Frasne station.

Can I drive from Paris to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Paris to Pontarlier is 438 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Paris to Pontarlier.

How do I get a train ticket from Paris to Pontarlier?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paris to Pontarlier?

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Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 351+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

Paris to Pontarlier - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Paris to Pontarlier by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Frasnetrain Tgv
3h 57m
€71–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
6h 20m
€35–50
Drive 437.5 km
1. Drive from Paris to Pontarliercar 437.5 km
4h 58m
€68–98
Train via Dijon
1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Dijon Villetrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Dijon Ville to Pontarliertrain Ter
4h 37m
€71–152
Bus via Besançon
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Besançonbus N759
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to Saint Pierrebus 203
7h 37m
€38–59

Paris to Pontarlier by train (TGV)

21Weekly Trains

3h 57mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 422.5 km
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Paris, France and Pontarlier, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Frasne 3 times a day. Tickets cost €65–120 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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