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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Stresa is to bus which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Stresa is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma station to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Parma Bus Station and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Stresa?

No, there is no direct train from Parma to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Stresa via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Parma to Stresa?

The distance between Parma and Stresa is 207 km. The road distance is 212.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Stresa without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €35 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Parma to Stresa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Stresa bus from?

Parma to Stresa bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Parma Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Stresa train from?

Parma to Stresa train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Stresa?

The best way to get from Parma to Stresa is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €35 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €23 - €35 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Parma to Stresa bus arrive?

Parma to Stresa bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivals station.

Where does the Parma to Stresa train arrive?

Parma to Stresa train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Stresa is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Parma to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 3971+ hotels available in Stresa.

Parma to Stresa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 5 ways to get from Parma to Stresa by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or shuttle

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Stresatrain Ec
3h 30m
€39–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma Bus Station to Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivalsbus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
4h 40m
€23–35
Drive 212.8 km
1. Drive from Parma to Stresacar 212.8 km
2h 16m
€34–49
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Parma to Malpensa Airport - Terminal 2shuttle
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
4h 27m
€198–321
Train via Milan (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano P.Garibaldi to Stresatrain Re
4h 14m
€24–47

Parma to Stresa by train and bus (Trenitalia)

34Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Parma, Italy and Stresa, Italy?

You can take a train from Parma to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milano Centrale, Stresa, and Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parma Bus Station to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milan Malpensa Terminal 2 Arrivals and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 in around 4h 40m.

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