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

The cheapest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Ascona is to bus and train which costs SFr 10 - SFr 50 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lake Lucerne to Ascona is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 40.

Is there a direct train between Lake Lucerne and Ascona?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Lucerne to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Flüelen and arriving at Locarno via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Lake Lucerne to Ascona?

The distance between Lake Lucerne and Ascona is 144 km. The road distance is 164.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Lucerne to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Lake Lucerne to Ascona, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Lake Lucerne to Ascona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lake Lucerne to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Lucerne to Ascona is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Lake Lucerne to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 3286+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flüelen to Locarnotrain Ir46 / ...
2h 30m
CHF 44–65
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Lugano Stazionebus
2. Take the train from Lugano to Locarnotrain Re80
3h 2m
CHF 11–47
Drive 164.9 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Asconacar 164.9 km
1h 54m
CHF 27–39

Lake Lucerne to Ascona by train and bus

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2h 30mAverage Duration

CHF 44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.1 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Schweizerische Südostbahn AG operates a train from Flüelen to Locarno hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–65 and the journey takes 2h 12m.

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