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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Stresa and Ascona, Posta?

No, there is no direct bus from Stresa to Ascona, Posta. 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 59m.

Is there a direct ferry between Stresa and Ascona, Posta?

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.

Is there a direct train between Stresa and Ascona, Posta?

No, there is no direct train from Stresa to Ascona, Posta. However, there are services departing from Stresa and arriving at Locarno FART via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Stresa to Ascona, Posta?

The distance between Stresa and Ascona, Posta is 55 km. The road distance is 52.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Stresa to Ascona, Posta without a car is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Stresa to Ascona, Posta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stresa to Ascona, Posta bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Stresa to Ascona, Posta train from?

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

Train or bus from Stresa to Ascona, Posta?

The best way to get from Stresa to Ascona, Posta is to bus and line 26 bus which takes 2h 59m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 75 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Stresa to Ascona, Posta bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stresa to Ascona, Posta train arrive?

Stresa to Ascona, Posta train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Stresa to Ascona, Posta?

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

Where can I stay near Ascona, Posta?

There are 3021+ hotels available in Ascona, Posta.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stresa to Ascona, Posta by bus, ferry, train (Trenitalia), 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 59m
CHF 8–17
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Isola Bella to Asconaferry 130 / ...
3h 6m
CHF 8–13
Train
1. Take the train from Stresa to Domodossolatrain Re
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FARTtrain 72 / ...
4h 11m
CHF 16–75
Drive 52.7 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Ascona, Postacar 52.7 km
1h 2m
CHF 9–13

Stresa to Ascona, Posta by bus and foot

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Distance: 54.6 km
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Ascona, Posta via Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Brissago, Posta, and Ascona, Via Medere in around 2h 59m. 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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