What is the cheapest way to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island)?

The cheapest way to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) is to ferry which costs €4 - €7 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island)?

The fastest way to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) is to ferry which takes 20 min and costs €4 - €7.

Is there a direct bus between Isola Madre and Isola Bella (Island)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci and arriving at Stresa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Isola Madre and Isola Bella (Island)?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Isola Madre and arriving at Isola Superiore. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island)?

The distance between Isola Madre and Isola Bella (Island) is 4 km.

How do I travel from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) without a car?

The best way to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) without a car is to ferry which takes 20 min and costs €4 - €7.

How long does it take to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island)?

The ferry from Isola Madre to Isola Superiore takes 20 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) bus from?

Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) bus services, operated by STN S.r.l.,, depart from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci station.

Where does the Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) bus arrive?

Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) bus services, operated by STN S.r.l.,, arrive at Stresa station.

Where can I stay near Isola Bella (Island)?

There are 4180+ hotels available in Isola Bella (Island).

Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) - 3 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and foot

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There are 3 ways to get from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) by ferry, bus, or foot

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Isola Madre to Isola Superioreferry 33 / ...
20 min
€4–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Stresabus 12
22 min
€2–8
Walk
1. Take the walk from Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island)walk 3.2 km
32 min

Isola Madre to Isola Bella (Island) by ferry

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Distance: 3.9 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Isola Madre, Italy and Isola Bella (Island), Piemonte, Italy?

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Isola Madre to Isola Superiore every 2 hours. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, STN S.r.l., operates a bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Stresa every 3 hours. Tickets cost €2–3 and the journey takes 22 min. S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l. also services this route 5 times a day.

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