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

The cheapest way to get from Rust to Pontarlier is to bus which costs €35 - €50 and takes 7h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rust to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rust and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Rust to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Rust and arriving at PEM - Gare via Freiburg and PEM Viotte. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Rust to Pontarlier?

The distance between Rust and Pontarlier is 253 km. The road distance is 230.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rust to Pontarlier without a car is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 6h 26m and costs €65 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Rust to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rust to Pontarlier bus from?

Rust to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Freiburg station.

Train or bus from Rust to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Rust to Pontarlier is to train via Neuchâtel which takes 6h 26m and costs €65 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Rust to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Rust to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Besançon station.

Can I drive from Rust to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Rust to Pontarlier is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Rust to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 335+ hotels available in Pontarlier.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Rust to Pontarlier 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 via Neuchâtel
best
1. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Basel Bad BfRe7
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Biel/Bienne
3. Take the train from Neuchâtel to PontarlierRe9
6h 26m
€65–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Freiburg to BesançonFlixBus N1720 / ...
2. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
7h 26m
€35–46
Drive 230.2 km
1. Drive from Rust to Pontarlier230.2 km
2h 45m
€36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to Basel Bad BfRe7
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to BernIc6 / ...
3. Take the train from Bern to PontarlierRe9
6h 38m
€76–146
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ringsheim/Europa-Park to MüllheimRe7
2. Take the train from Mulhouse Ville to BelfortTer
3. Take the train from Belfort to Besancon ViotteTer
4. Take the bus from PEM Viotte to PEM - Gare203 / ...
8h 44m
€51–67

Rust to Pontarlier by bus, train, and tram

3Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

€65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.1 km
Duration: 6h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Rust, Rathaus to Pontarlier via Ringsheim, Bahnhof, Ringsheim/Europa-Park, Basel Bad Bf, Basel, Badischer Bahnhof, Basel, Bahnhof SBB, Basel SBB, Biel/Bienne, and Neuchâtel in around 6h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rust to PEM - Gare via Freiburg and PEM Viotte in around 7h 26m.

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