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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Zurich to Pontarlier

Composite routes from Zurich to Pontarlier

Cheapest
2 h 33 min
Car
204 km.
from $11

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$28.26

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Lausanne to Pontarlier
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$15.22

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Neuchâtel, gare sud to Pontarlier,
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$5.98–$8.15

Train operators

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Neuchâtel
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.26–$97.83
Train from Neuchâtel to Pontarlier
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$16.30–$29.35

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Bus from Zurich Bus Station to Lausanne
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$20.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier is to bus which costs $23.91 - $43.48 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $40.22 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Pontarlier station. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Pontarlier - Bus station via Lausanne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Pontarlier?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Pontarlier. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Pontarlier via Neuchâtel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Zurich to Pontarlier?

The distance between Zurich and Pontarlier is 195 km. The road distance is 204 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $65.22 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Zurich to Pontarlier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Pontarlier bus from?

Zurich to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Pontarlier train from?

Zurich to Pontarlier train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Pontarlier?

The best way to get from Zurich to Pontarlier is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs $65.22 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $43.48 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Zurich to Pontarlier bus arrive?

Zurich to Pontarlier bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Zurich to Pontarlier train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Pontarlier?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Pontarlier is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Zurich to Pontarlier.

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

Book your Zurich to Pontarlier train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontarlier?

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