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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix is to drive which costs €26 - €40 and takes 2h 14m.

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 14m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Chamonix?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontarlier to Chamonix. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier, gare and arriving at Chamonix via Neuchâtel, gare sud, Yverdon-les-Bains and Geneva. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

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 56m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Chamonix?

The distance between Pontarlier and Chamonix is 228 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 train which takes 5h 56m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Chamonix bus from?

Pontarlier to Chamonix bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Pontarlier, gare 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 train which takes 5h 56m and costs €80 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €50 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Chamonix bus arrive?

Pontarlier to Chamonix bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Neuchâtel, gare 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 14m to drive from Pontarlier to Chamonix.

Where can I stay near Chamonix?

There are 5885+ hotels available in Chamonix.

Pontarlier to Chamonix - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to NeuchâtelRe9
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to LausanneIc5 / ...
3. Take the train from Lausanne to MartignyIr / ...
4. Take the train from Martigny to VallorcineRe
5h 56m
€84–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier, gare to Neuchâtel, gare sudEv6
2. Take the bus from Yverdon-les-Bains to Geneve, Gare Routiere
3. Take the bus from Geneva to Chamonix405 / ...
8h 39m
€25–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Frasne to LausanneTgv
2. Take the bus from Lausanne to Chamonix479 / ...
6h 17m
€47–148
Drive 172.8 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Chamonix172.8 km
2h 14m
€27–39

Pontarlier to Chamonix by train

6Weekly Trains

5h 56mAverage Duration

€84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontarlier to Chamonix.

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Distance: 227.9 km
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Chamonix-Mont-Blanc via Neuchâtel, Lausanne, Martigny, and Vallorcine in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontarlier, gare to Chamonix via Neuchâtel, gare sud, Yverdon-les-Bains, gare, Yverdon-les-Bains, and Geneva in around 8h 39m.

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