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

The cheapest way to get from Stresa to Ranco is to drive which costs €5 - €9 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stresa to Ranco is to drive which takes 49 min and costs €5 - €9.

Is there a direct bus between Stresa and Ranco?

No, there is no direct bus from Stresa to Ranco. However, there are services departing from Stresa - Imbarcadero and arriving at Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa via Stresa and Sesto Calende, Stazione FS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct ferry between Stresa and Ranco?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Isola Bella and arriving at Ranco. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Stresa to Ranco?

The distance between Stresa and Ranco is 19 km. The road distance is 37.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Stresa to Ranco without a car is to line 43 ferry which takes 1h 10m and costs €6 - €9.

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

The line 43 ferry from Isola Bella to Ranco takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Stresa to Ranco bus from?

Stresa to Ranco bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Stresa station.

Where does the Stresa to Ranco bus arrive?

Stresa to Ranco bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Sesto Calende station.

Can I drive from Stresa to Ranco?

Yes, the driving distance between Stresa to Ranco is 37 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Stresa to Ranco.

Where can I stay near Ranco?

There are 3901+ hotels available in Ranco.

Stresa to Ranco - 4 ways to travel via line 43 ferry, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 43 ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Isola Bella to Rancoferry 43
1h 10m
€6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stresa to Sesto Calendebus Re4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sesto Calende, Stazione FS to Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesabus V120
2h 52m
Drive 37.4 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Rancocar 37.4 km
49 min
€6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stresa to Rancotaxi 37.4 km
49 min
€65–80

Stresa to Ranco by ferry

7Weekly Ferries

1h 10mAverage Duration

€6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.7 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Stresa, Italy and Ranco, Lombardy, Italy?

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Isola Bella to Ranco once daily. Tickets cost €6–9 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stresa - Imbarcadero to Ranco, Piave SPVA4 fr. chiesa via Stresa, Sesto Calende, and Sesto Calende, Stazione FS in around 2h 52m.

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