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

The cheapest way to get from Pontarlier to Rust is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontarlier to Rust is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontarlier and Rust?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontarlier to Rust. However, there are services departing from PEM Gare and arriving at Rust via Besançon and Freiburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Pontarlier and Rust?

No, there is no direct train from Pontarlier to Rust. However, there are services departing from Pontarlier and arriving at Ringsheim/Europa-Park via Neuchâtel, Basel, Bahnhof SBB and Basel Bad Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Pontarlier to Rust?

The distance between Pontarlier and Rust is 258 km. The road distance is 232.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Rust without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Pontarlier to Rust, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Rust bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontarlier to Rust train from?

Pontarlier to Rust train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Pontarlier station.

Train or bus from Pontarlier to Rust?

The best way to get from Pontarlier to Rust is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Pontarlier to Rust bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontarlier to Rust train arrive?

Pontarlier to Rust train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Neuchatel station.

Can I drive from Pontarlier to Rust?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontarlier to Rust is 232 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Pontarlier to Rust.

Where can I stay near Rust?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontarlier to Rust by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel Bad Bf to Ringsheim/Europa-Parktrain Re7
6h 12m
€60–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from PEM Gare to PEM Viottebus 203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Besançon to Freiburgbus FlixBus N1720 / ...
6h 59m
€31–44
Drive 232.2 km
1. Drive from Pontarlier to Rustcar 232.2 km
2h 36m
€37–54
Train via Freiburg im Breisgau
1. Take the train from Pontarlier to Neuchateltrain Ter
2. Take the train from Neuchâtel to Basel SBBtrain
3. Take the train from Basel SBB to Freiburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 12 / ...
6h 13m
€59–184
Line 590 bus, train, line 8 tram, bus
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
4. Take the tram from Basel, Bahnhof SBB to Weil am Rhein, Bahnhof/Zentrumtram 8
5. Take the train from Weil am Rhein Bahnhof to Herbolzheimtrain Re7
6. Take the bus from Herbolzheim Bf to Rust Rathausbus 570 / ...
7h 38m

Pontarlier to Rust by train, foot, tram, and bus

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Distance: 257.5 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Pontarlier, France and Rust, Germany?

You can take a train from Pontarlier to Rust Europapark via Neuchatel, Neuchâtel, Basel SBB, Basel, Bahnhof SBB, Basel, Badischer Bahnhof, Basel Bad Bf, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, and Ringsheim/Europa-Park in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from PEM Gare to Rust via Besançon and Freiburg in around 6h 59m.

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