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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Alba is to train which costs €23 - €35 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Alba is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Alba?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Alba. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Via Medere and arriving at Alba - Autostazione via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2, Fermata 2633 - STAZIONE LINGOTTO and Fiat Mirafiori. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Alba?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Alba. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Alba via Milano Centrale and Torino Porta Susa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Ascona to Alba?

The distance between Ascona and Alba is 322 km. The road distance is 219.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Alba without a car is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Ascona to Alba, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Alba bus from?

Ascona to Alba bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., depart from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Alba train from?

Ascona to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Alba?

The best way to get from Ascona to Alba is to train which takes 6h 19m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Ascona to Alba bus arrive?

Ascona to Alba bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., arrive at Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Ascona to Alba train arrive?

Ascona to Alba train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Alba?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Alba is 219 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Ascona to Alba.

Where can I stay near Alba?

There are 1852+ hotels available in Alba.

Ascona to Alba - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Alba by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta Susatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
6h 19m
€63–177
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Astitrain Re13
7h 38m
€24–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2bus 35
2. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Turin Train Station Lingottobus
3. Take the bus from Fiat Mirafiori to Alba - Autostazionebus 47
10h 28m
€62–102
Drive 219.5 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Albacar 219.5 km
2h 53m
€39–57
Train via Locarno, Debarcadero
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Torino Porta di Susatrain
3. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Albatrain Re
6h 27m
€63–171

Ascona to Alba by bus and train

98Weekly Services

6h 19mAverage Duration

€63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 321.6 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Alba via Locarno, Piazza Stazione, Locarno, Milano Centrale, and Torino Porta Susa in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Alba - Autostazione via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2, Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2, Turin Train Station Lingotto, Fermata 2633 - STAZIONE LINGOTTO, and Fiat Mirafiori in around 10h 28m.

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