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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Chamonix to Pontarlier

Cheapest
2 h 12 min
Car
178 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Pontarlier
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Train operators

TGV inOui

Phone:
+33 1 84 94 36 35
Website:
sncf-connect.com/en-en
Train from Lausanne to Frasne
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.18–$60.76
Train from Lausanne to Frasne
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$45.57

Trenitalia EuroCity

Phone:
+39 06 68475475
Email:
Website:
trenitalia.com/
Train from Martigny to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.58–$82.28

Transports de Martigny et Régions

Phone:
+41 27 721 68 40
Email:
Website:
tmrsa.ch/
Train from Vallorcine to Martigny
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to bus which costs $18.48 - $27.17 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Pontarlier?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chamonix - Bus Station station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Chamonix - Mont-Blanc and arriving at Pontarlier via Vallorcine, Martigny, Lausanne and Frasne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

The distance between Chamonix and Pontarlier is 212 km. The road distance is 177.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 .

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

The bus from Chamonix - Bus Station to Pontarlier - Bus station takes 3h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pontarlier bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Pontarlier train from?

Chamonix to Pontarlier train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Pontarlier is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs $18.48 - $27.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $59.78 - $130.43 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Chamonix to Pontarlier bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Pontarlier - Bus station.

Where does the Chamonix to Pontarlier train arrive?

Chamonix to Pontarlier train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Pontarlier is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Chamonix to Pontarlier.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

There are 254+ hotels available in Pontarlier. Prices start at $63.98 per night.
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