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

The cheapest way to get from Ranco to Lake Maggiore is to line 42 ferry which costs €5 - €8 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ranco to Lake Maggiore is to line 42 ferry which takes 45 min and costs €5 - €8.

Is there a direct bus between Ranco and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Ranco to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa and arriving at Laveno M., Garibaldi 8,Stazione FN via Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcadero and Ispra, Mazzini/Roma,distributore. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ranco and Lake Maggiore?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ranco and arriving at Stresa. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Ranco to Lake Maggiore?

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

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

The best way to get from Ranco to Lake Maggiore without a car is to line 42 ferry which takes 45 min and costs €5 - €8.

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

The line 42 ferry from Ranco to Stresa takes 45 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Ranco to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Autolinee Varesine Srl, depart from Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcadero station.

Where does the Ranco to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Ranco to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Autolinee Varesine Srl, arrive at Ispra, Mazzini/Roma,distributore station.

Can I drive from Ranco to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Ranco to Lake Maggiore is 37 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Ranco to Lake Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 5153+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

Ranco to Lake Maggiore - 4 ways to travel via line 42 ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 42 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Ranco to Stresaferry 42 / ...
45 min
€5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcadero to Ispra, Mazzini/Roma,distributorebus V120
2. Take the bus from Ispra, Mazzini/Roma,distributore to Laveno M., Garibaldi 8,Stazione FNbus V128
2h 28m
Drive 36.7 km
1. Drive from Ranco to Stresacar 36.7 km
47 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ranco to Stresataxi 36.7 km
47 min
€60–80

Ranco to Lake Maggiore by ferry

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Distance: 16.9 km
Duration: 45 min

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

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ranco to Stresa twice daily. Tickets cost €5–8 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa to Laveno M., Garibaldi 8,Stazione FN via Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcadero and Ispra, Mazzini/Roma,distributore in around 2h 28m.

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