What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands is to bus which costs €2 - €8 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands?

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs €8 - €11.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands?

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

Is there a direct ferry between Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Pallanza-Intra-Suna and arriving at Isola Madre. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Borromean Islands is 15 km.

How do I travel from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands without a car is to bus which takes 22 min and costs €2 - €8.

How long does it take to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands?

The bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands bus from?

Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands bus services, operated by STN S.r.l.,, depart from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands bus arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands bus services, operated by STN S.r.l.,, arrive at Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria station.

Where can I stay near Borromean Islands?

There are 4177+ hotels available in Borromean Islands.

Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands - 4 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands by bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Stresa - Stazione Ferroviariabus 12
22 min
€2–8
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Pallanza-Intra-Suna to Isola Madreferry 27 / ...
25 min
€4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stresa to Isola Superioretaxi 2.9 km
3 min
€8–11
Walk
1. Take the walk from Pallanza to Borromean Islandswalk 4.3 km
43 min

Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands by bus

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Map of how to get from Lake Maggiore to Borromean Islands.

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Distance: 15.4 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Borromean Islands, Italy?

STN S.r.l., operates a bus from Pallanza - Piazza Gramsci to Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria every 3 hours. Tickets cost €2–3 and the journey takes 22 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Pallanza-Intra-Suna to Isola Madre every 2 hours. Tickets cost €4–7 and the journey takes 25 min.

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