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

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

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 - Stazione Ferroviaria and arriving at Ascona, Via Medere via Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct ferry between Stresa and Ascona?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Stresa and arriving at Ascona. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Stresa and Ascona?

No, there is no direct train from Stresa to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Stresa and arriving at Locarno Fart via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Stresa to Ascona?

The distance between Stresa and Ascona is 53 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 50m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m 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 STN S.r.l.,, depart from Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria station.

Where do I catch the Stresa to Ascona train from?

Stresa to Ascona train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Stresa station.

Train or bus from Stresa to Ascona?

The best way to get from Stresa to Ascona is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 2h 50m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 15 - SFr 75 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Stresa to Ascona bus arrive?

Stresa to Ascona bus services, operated by STN S.r.l.,, arrive at Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Where does the Stresa to Ascona train arrive?

Stresa to Ascona train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Domodossola 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 3319+ hotels available in Ascona.

Stresa to Ascona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 26 bus, ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stresa to Ascona by bus, train (Trenitalia), ferry, or car

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Bus, line 26 bus
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1. Take the bus from Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 12
2. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Brissagobus 26
2h 50m
CHF 7–17
Train
1. Take the train from Stresa to Domodossolatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno Farttrain Re / ...
3h 5m
CHF 15–71
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Stresa to Asconaferry 130 / ...
3h 10m
CHF 9–13
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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2h 50mAverage Duration

CHF 7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.8 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Stresa - Stazione Ferroviaria to Ascona, Via Medere via Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stresa to Ascona, Scuole via Domodossola, Locarno Fart, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 3h 5m.

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