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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Geneva is to rideshare which costs SFr 5 - SFr 8 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Geneva is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 25.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Geneva?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pontarlier - Bus station station and arriving at Geneva - Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Geneva?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Geneva. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Genève via Neuchâtel and Renens VD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Geneva?

The distance between Pontarlier and Geneva is 128 km. The road distance is 106.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Geneva without a car is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 14.

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

The bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Geneva - Bus Station takes 2h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Geneva bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Geneva train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontarlier to Geneva?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Geneva is to bus which takes 2h 15m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 180 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Geneva bus arrive?

Pontarlier to Geneva bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Geneva - Bus Station.

Where does the Pontarlier to Geneva train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Geneva?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Geneva is 106 km. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Pontarlier to Geneva.

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

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Where can I stay near Geneva?

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Can I share a ride from Pontarlier to Geneva?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Pontarlier and Geneva. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pontarlier to Geneva by bus, train, rideshare, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Geneva - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 15m
CHF 7–14
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Pontarlier to Genèverideshare 106.2 km
1h 45m
CHF 5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchâteltrain Re9
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Renens VDtrain Ic5 / ...
3. Take the train from Renens VD to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2h 37m
CHF 47–173
Drive 106.2 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Genevacar 106.2 km
1h 38m
CHF 18–25

Pontarlier to Geneva by bus

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2h 15mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Pontarlier to Geneva.

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Distance: 128.5 km
Duration: 2h 15m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Pontarlier - Bus station to Geneva - Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 7–14 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontarlier to Genève via Neuchâtel and Renens VD in around 2h 37m.

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