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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Ascona is to bus which costs SFr 35 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Ascona is to drive which takes 5h 17m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 130.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Ancona Nord and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Bellinzona, Piazza Orico and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Ancona to Ascona?

The distance between Ancona and Ascona is 532 km. The road distance is 535.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Ancona to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Ascona bus from?

Ancona to Ascona bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Ancona Nord station.

Train or bus from Ancona to Ascona?

The best way to get from Ancona to Ascona is to train which takes 6h and costs SFr 40 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Ancona to Ascona bus arrive?

Ancona to Ascona bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Ascona is 535 km. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Ancona to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2716+ hotels available in Ascona.

Ancona to Ascona - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Ancona to Ascona by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, 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 Ancona to Bologna CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
6h
CHF 41–108
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ancona to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
6h 21m
CHF 34–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona Nord to Bellinzona
7h 41m
CHF 36–40
Drive 535.3 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Ascona535.3 km
5h 17m
CHF 86–125
Fly Raffaello Sanzio Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Raffaello Sanzio Airport (AOI) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)AOI - LIN
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarno
6h 14m
CHF 112–309
Train via Reggio Emilia
1. Take the train from Ancona to Reggio Emilia AvFr
2. Take the train from Reggio Emilia Av to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
6h 6m
CHF 37–121
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Lugano421
9h 48m
CHF 34–99
Train to Abruzzo Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Pescara Centrale
2. Fly from Abruzzo Airport (PSR) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)PSR - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
7h 27m
CHF 48–233
Train to Fiumicino International Airport, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ancona to Roma Termini
2. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)FCO - MXP
3. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Mendrisio
4. Take the train from Mendrisio to Locarno
9h 41m
CHF 66–265

Ancona to Ascona by train and bus

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6hAverage Duration

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Distance: 531.8 km
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Ancona, Italy and Ascona, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ancona to Ascona, Centro via Bologna Centrale, Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 6h. Alternatively, Autolinee Ventre operates a bus from Ancona Nord to Bellinzona once a week. Tickets cost CHF 31 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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