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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Chamonix?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pontarlier - Bus station station and arriving at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud). Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Neuchâtel, Lausanne, Martigny and Vallorcine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Chamonix?

The distance between Pontarlier and Chamonix is 209 km. The road distance is 172.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix without a car is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €22 - €35.

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

The bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Chamonix bus from?

Pontarlier to Chamonix bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Pontarlier - Bus station.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Chamonix train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontarlier to Chamonix?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix is to bus which takes 3h 45m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €140 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Chamonix bus arrive?

Pontarlier to Chamonix bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) station.

Where does the Pontarlier to Chamonix train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Chamonix?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Chamonix is 173 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Pontarlier to Chamonix.

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

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Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 6149+ hotels available in Chamonix.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
3h 45m
€22–35
Train
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchâteltrain Re9
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Lausannetrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to Martignytrain Ir / ...
4. Take the train from Martigny to Vallorcinetrain Mbx / ...
5h 35m
€78–138
Drive 172.8 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Chamonixcar 172.8 km
2h 15m
€27–39

Pontarlier to Chamonix by bus

7Weekly Buses

3h 45mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.1 km
Duration: 3h 45m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Chamonix, Av. de Courmayeur (Gare routière Sud) once daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontarlier to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Neuchâtel, Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 35m.

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