What is the cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne?

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne is to drive which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne?

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Lake Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Lake Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Flüelen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Ascona to Lake Lucerne?

The distance between Ascona and Lake Lucerne is 114 km. The road distance is 164.5 km.

How do I travel from Ascona to Lake Lucerne without a car?

The best way to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 54m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 65.

How long does it take to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lake Lucerne train from?

Ascona to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Ascona to Lake Lucerne train arrive?

Ascona to Lake Lucerne train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Flüelen station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Lake Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Lake Lucerne is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Ascona to Lake Lucerne.

Where can I stay near Lake Lucerne?

There are 705+ hotels available in Lake Lucerne.

Ascona to Lake Lucerne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ascona to Lake Lucerne by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Rotonda to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the train from Bellinzona to Altdorf URtrain Ic2 / ...
2h 54m
CHF 38–61
Drive 164.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ascona to Lucernecar 164.5 km
1h 53m
CHF 27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Flüelentrain Ir46 / ...
3h 9m
CHF 42–68

Ascona to Lake Lucerne by bus and train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

CHF 38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Lake Lucerne, Switzerland?

Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from Locarno to Flüelen hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–65 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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