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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Bern is to bus and train which costs SFr 13 - SFr 19 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Bern is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 35.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Bern?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Bern. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Bern?

The distance between Pontarlier and Bern is 94 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Bern without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs SFr 14 - SFr 35.

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

The train from Pontarlier to Bern takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Bern train from?

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

Where does the Pontarlier to Bern train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Bern?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Bern is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Pontarlier to Bern.

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

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Where can I stay near Bern?

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Pontarlier to Bern - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pontarlier to Bern by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Berntrain Re9
1h 24m
CHF 14–35
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier, gare to Neuchâtel, gare sudbus Ev6
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Berntrain Ir66
2h 44m
CHF 13–18
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Berncar 99.7 km
1h 32m
CHF 17–24

Pontarlier to Bern by train

4Weekly Trains

1h 24mAverage Duration

CHF 14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.3 km
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Pontarlier to Bern twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 30–65 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) also services this route twice a week.

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