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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Basel is to drive which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Basel is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Basel?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontarlier to Basel. However, there are services departing from PEM - Gare and arriving at Basel, Brausebad via Besançon and Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Basel?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Basel. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Basel SBB via Bern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Basel?

The distance between Pontarlier and Basel is 194 km. The road distance is 147.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Basel without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Pontarlier to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Basel bus from?

Pontarlier to Basel bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, depart from PEM - Gare station.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Basel train from?

Pontarlier to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Pontarlier station.

Train or bus from Pontarlier to Basel?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Basel is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Basel bus arrive?

Pontarlier to Basel bus services, operated by Mobigo - Doubs, arrive at PEM Viotte station.

Where does the Pontarlier to Basel train arrive?

Pontarlier to Basel train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Bern station.

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Basel is 148 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Pontarlier to Basel.

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

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Pontarlier to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 590 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Pontarlier to Basel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Re9
2. Take the train from Bern to Basel SBBtrain Ic61 / ...
2h 52m
CHF 38–76
Drive 147.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Baselcar 147.6 km
2h 24m
CHF 24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from PEM - Gare to PEM Viottebus 203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Besançon to Basel Euroairport FRbus 099 / ...
5h 2m
CHF 25–40
Train via Neuchâtel
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchâteltrain Re9
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Basel SBBtrain Ic51
3h 7m
CHF 31–57
Line 590 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier, gare to Fleurier, garebus 590
2. Take the train from Fleurier to Neuchâteltrain R21
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Basel SBBtrain
4h 5m

Pontarlier to Basel by train

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2h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.2 km
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Pontarlier, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Basel SBB via Bern in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from PEM - Gare to Basel, Brausebad via Besançon, Basel Euroairport FR, and Basel EuroAirport, Ankunft in around 5h 2m.

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