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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Ascona is to train which costs SFr 26 - SFr 65 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alba to Ascona is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Alba and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Fermata 22560 - ALBA and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Fermata 1393 - PIRANDELLO, Turin Stura, Como Grandate, Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Alba to Ascona?

The distance between Alba and Ascona is 321 km. The road distance is 219.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Alba to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Alba to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba to Ascona bus from?

Alba to Ascona bus services, operated by Granda Bus, depart from Fermata 22560 - ALBA station.

Train or bus from Alba to Ascona?

The best way to get from Alba to Ascona is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs SFr 26 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 44m.

Where does the Alba to Ascona bus arrive?

Alba to Ascona bus services, operated by Granda Bus, arrive at V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor. station.

Can I drive from Alba to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Ascona is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Alba to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2748+ hotels available in Ascona.

Alba to Ascona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 27m
CHF 26–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fermata 22560 - ALBA to V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor.bus
2. Take the bus from Turin Stura to Como Grandatebus 470
3. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Stationbus
8h 44m
Drive 219.6 km
1. Drive from Alba to Asconacar 219.6 km
2h 53m
CHF 34–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Lingottotrain Re
2. Take the bus from Turin Train Station Lingotto to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T2 to Mendrisiotrain S50
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarnotrain
7h 21m
CHF 28–62

Alba to Ascona by train and bus

96Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 321.4 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Alba, Piemonte, Italy and Ascona, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Alba to Ascona, Scuole via Torino Porta Susa, Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fermata 22560 - ALBA to Ascona, Centro via V.Della Repubblica N.34 Settimo Tor., Fermata 1393 - PIRANDELLO, Turin Stura, Como Grandate, Bellinzona Station, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 8h 44m.

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