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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Athens is to train and fly which costs €50 - €200 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Athens is to train and fly which takes 8h 15m and costs €50 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Athens. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Athens via Locarno, Rotonda, Bellinzona and Beograd, Autobuska stanica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 49m.

How far is it from Ascona to Athens?

The distance between Ascona and Athens is 1670 km. The road distance is 2140 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 27h 18m and costs €100 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Ascona to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Athens bus from?

Ascona to Athens bus services, operated by Belegija Prevoz, depart from Bellinzona station.

Where does the Ascona to Athens bus arrive?

Ascona to Athens bus services, operated by Belegija Prevoz, arrive at Beograd, Autobuska stanica station.

What is the time difference between Ascona and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of Ascona. It is currently 9:20 AM in Ascona and 10:20 AM in Athens.

Can I drive from Ascona to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Athens is 2140 km. It takes approximately 21h 48m to drive from Ascona to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12318+ hotels available in Athens.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Ascona to Athens by train, plane, bus, ferry, or car

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

Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisio
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)MXP - ATH
8h 15m
€51–194
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Pristina
2. Take the bus from Pristina to Thessaloníki
3. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
27h 18m
€103–134
Train, ferry, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to BrindisiFr
3. Take the ferry from Porto di Brindisi to Port of Igoumenitsa
4. Take the bus from Igoumenitsa to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL
32h 23m
€169–370
Drive 2,140 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Athens2,140 km
21h 48m
€382–551
Train, bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Athens International Airport (ATH)BGY - ATH
9h 23m
€101–315
Train to Zurich Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Athens International Airport (ATH)ZRH - ATH
9h 11m
€130–279
Train, Bus via Brindisi
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to BrindisiFr
3. Take the bus from Brindisi - Piazza Capitanerie di Porto to Fier
4. Take the bus from Fier to Athens
31h 16m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Beograd, Autobuska stanica
2. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Athens
33h 49m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monza
2. Take the bus from Monza Stazione FS to Vlore , station
3. Take the bus from Vlorë to Athens
43h 27m
€130–134

Ascona to Athens by bus, train, foot, and ferry

11Weekly Services

32h 23mAverage Duration

€169Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,669.9 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Athens, Greece?

You can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Athens via Locarno, Atelier Remo Rossi, Locarno, Rotonda, Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 33h 49m.

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