What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco is to line 43 ferry which costs €5 - €8 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco?

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco is to drive which takes 48 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Maggiore and Ranco?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Maggiore to Ranco. However, there are services departing from Laveno Mombello Lago and arriving at Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa via Sesto Calende, Stazione FS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct ferry between Lake Maggiore and Ranco?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Stresa and arriving at Ranco. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Ranco?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Ranco is 17 km. The road distance is 36.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco without a car is to line 43 ferry which takes 1h and costs €5 - €8.

How long does it take to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco?

The line 43 ferry from Stresa to Ranco takes 1h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Ranco bus from?

Lake Maggiore to Ranco bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Laveno Mombello Lago station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Ranco bus arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Ranco bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Sesto Calende station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Ranco?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Ranco is 37 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Lake Maggiore to Ranco.

Where can I stay near Ranco?

There are 3836+ hotels available in Ranco.

Lake Maggiore to Ranco - 4 ways to travel via line 43 ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Ranco by ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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Line 43 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Stresa to Rancoferry 43
1h
€5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Laveno Mombello Lago to Sesto Calendebus TN Bus
2. Take the bus from Sesto Calende, Stazione FS to Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesabus V120
2h 9m
Drive 36.7 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Rancocar 36.7 km
48 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stresa to Rancotaxi 36.7 km
48 min
€60–80

Lake Maggiore to Ranco by ferry

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Distance: 16.9 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Ranco, Lombardy, Italy?

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Stresa to Ranco once daily. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Laveno Mombello Lago to Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa via Sesto Calende and Sesto Calende, Stazione FS in around 2h 9m.

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