What is the cheapest way to get from Arona to Swiss Alps?

The cheapest way to get from Arona to Swiss Alps is to drive which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arona to Swiss Alps?

The fastest way to get from Arona to Swiss Alps is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Arona and Swiss Alps?

No, there is no direct train from Arona to Swiss Alps. However, there are services departing from Gallarate and arriving at Airolo via Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Arona to Swiss Alps?

The distance between Arona and Swiss Alps is 186 km. The road distance is 155.3 km.

How do I travel from Arona to Swiss Alps without a car?

The best way to get from Arona to Swiss Alps without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 5h 19m and costs SFr 12 - SFr 85.

How long does it take to get from Arona to Swiss Alps?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Arona to Swiss Alps, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arona to Swiss Alps train from?

Arona to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Gallarate station.

Where does the Arona to Swiss Alps train arrive?

Arona to Swiss Alps train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Arona to Swiss Alps?

Yes, the driving distance between Arona to Swiss Alps is 155 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Arona to Swiss Alps.

Where can I stay near Swiss Alps?

There are 359+ hotels available in Swiss Alps.

Arona to Swiss Alps - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Arona to Swiss Alps by train, ferry, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Bellinzona
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1. Take the train from Gallarate to Bellinzonatrain S50
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Airolotrain Ir46 / ...
5h 19m
CHF 13–81
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Arona to Locarnoferry 200
2. Take the train from Locarno to Airolotrain Ir46 / ...
7h 55m
CHF 42–108
Drive 155.3 km
1. Drive from Arona to Swiss Alpscar 155.3 km
2h 9m
CHF 26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Arona to Domodossolatrain Re
2. Take the train from Brig Bahnhofplatz to Andermatttrain R43 / ...
5h 57m
CHF 51–105

Arona to Swiss Alps by bus and train

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5h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.2 km
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Arona, Italy and Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Arona to Gotthard Passhöhe via Gallarate, Gallarate, Bellinzona, Airolo, and Airolo, Stazione in around 5h 19m.

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