What is the cheapest way to get from Ascona to Pontresina?

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Pontresina is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 70 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ascona to Pontresina?

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Pontresina is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 45.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Pontresina?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Pontresina. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Pontresina, Post via Lugano, Stazione Nord and Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.

How far is it from Ascona to Pontresina?

The distance between Ascona and Pontresina is 177 km. The road distance is 177 km.

How do I travel from Ascona to Pontresina without a car?

The best way to get from Ascona to Pontresina without a car is to bus which takes 5h 53m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 70.

How long does it take to get from Ascona to Pontresina?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Ascona to Pontresina, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Pontresina bus from?

Ascona to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, depart from Lugano, Stazione Nord station.

Where does the Ascona to Pontresina bus arrive?

Ascona to Pontresina bus services, operated by PostAuto AG, arrive at Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Pontresina?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Pontresina is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Ascona to Pontresina.

Where can I stay near Pontresina?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Pontresina.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtinsbus 631
5h 53m
CHF 17–65
Drive 177 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Pontresinacar 177 km
2h 31m
CHF 29–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Thusis, Bahnhofbus 171
2. Take the train from Thusis to Samedantrain Ir38 / ...
6h 7m

Ascona to Pontresina by bus and train

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5h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.3 km
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Pontresina, Switzerland?

PostAuto AG operates a bus from Lugano, Stazione Nord to Silvaplana, Rundella Curtins once daily. Tickets cost CHF 10–14 and the journey takes 3h 3m.

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