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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Stresa is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Stresa is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Stresa?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Stresa via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Zurich to Stresa?

The distance between Zurich and Stresa is 287 km. The road distance is 253 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Stresa without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €100 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Zurich to Stresa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Stresa bus from?

Zurich to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Stresa train from?

Zurich to Stresa train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Stresa?

The best way to get from Zurich to Stresa is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs €100 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Zurich to Stresa bus arrive?

Zurich to Stresa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Zurich to Stresa train arrive?

Zurich to Stresa train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Stresa is 253 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Zurich to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 3971+ hotels available in Stresa.

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There are 5 ways to get from Zurich to Stresa by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Domodossolatrain Ic
4h 43m
€101–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Milanbus FlixBus N474
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
6h 20m
€37–54
Drive 253 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Stresacar 253 km
3h 22m
€45–65
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the bus from Gallarate to Stresabus
4h 8m
Train via Locarno
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Locarnotrain Ir46
7h 23m
€71–109

Zurich to Stresa by train and bus

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Distance: 287 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Domodossola twice a week. Tickets cost €95–130 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milan and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 in around 6h 20m.

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