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 15 - SFr 23 and takes 6h 31m.

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 35 - SFr 55.

How far is it from Alba to Ascona?

The distance between Alba and Ascona is 322 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 31m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Alba to Ascona, including transfers.

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 2889+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Alba to Ascona by train (Trenitalia), 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 31m
CHF 50–121
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Asti to Milano Centraletrain Re 13
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
6h 31m
CHF 16–23
Drive 219.6 km
1. Drive from Alba to Asconacar 219.6 km
2h 53m
CHF 35–51
Train via Ascona, Scuole
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta Susatrain Re
2. Take the train from Torino Porta di Susa to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
5h 54m
CHF 44–60

Alba to Ascona by train and bus

96Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

CHF 50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 322.1 km
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Alba to Ascona, Centro via Torino Porta Susa, Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 31m.

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