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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Stresa is to ferry which costs €8 - €13 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Stresa is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs €9 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Via Medere and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ascona and Stresa?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ascona and arriving at Isola Bella. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Ascona to Stresa?

The distance between Ascona and Stresa is 49 km. The road distance is 53.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Stresa without a car is to ferry which takes 3h and costs €8 - €13.

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

The ferry from Ascona to Isola Bella takes 3h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Stresa bus from?

Ascona to Stresa bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, depart from Brissago station.

Where does the Ascona to Stresa bus arrive?

Ascona to Stresa bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, arrive at Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Stresa is 53 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Ascona to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 4151+ hotels available in Stresa.

Ascona to Stresa - 3 ways to travel via ferry, line 26 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ascona to Stresa by ferry, bus, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Isola Bellaferry 201
3h
€8–13
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brissago to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 26
2. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35 / ...
3h 24m
€9–18
Drive 53.1 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Stresacar 53.1 km
1h 3m
€10–14

Ascona to Stresa by ferry

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Distance: 48.6 km
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Stresa, Italy?

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Isola Bella once daily. Tickets cost €8–13 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio in around 3h 24m.

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