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

The cheapest way to get from Stresa to Ascona is to ferry which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stresa to Ascona is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 13.

Is there a direct bus between Stresa and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Stresa to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Stresa - Imbarcadero and arriving at Ascona, Via Medere via Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct ferry between Stresa and Ascona?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Isola Bella and arriving at Ascona. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Stresa to Ascona?

The distance between Stresa and Ascona is 54 km. The road distance is 52.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Stresa to Ascona without a car is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 2h 51m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Stresa to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stresa to Ascona bus from?

Stresa to Ascona bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., depart from Stresa - Imbarcadero station.

Where does the Stresa to Ascona bus arrive?

Stresa to Ascona bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., arrive at Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Can I drive from Stresa to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Stresa to Ascona is 53 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Stresa to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 3276+ hotels available in Ascona.

Stresa to Ascona - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 26 bus, ferry, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Stresa to Ascona by bus, ferry, or car

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Bus, line 26 bus
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1. Take the bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 35 / ...
2. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Brissagobus 26
2h 51m
CHF 8–17
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Isola Bella to Asconaferry 130 / ...
3h
CHF 8–13
Drive 52.9 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Asconacar 52.9 km
1h 2m
CHF 9–13

Stresa to Ascona by bus

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Distance: 53.9 km
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Stresa, Italy and Ascona, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Ascona, Via Medere via Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Isola Bella to Ascona once daily. Tickets cost CHF 8–13 and the journey takes 3h.

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