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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Baveno is to ferry which costs €8 - €12 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Baveno is to drive which takes 57 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Baveno?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Baveno. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Via Medere and arriving at Baveno - Portici via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct ferry between Ascona and Baveno?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ascona and arriving at Baveno. Services depart three times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Ascona to Baveno?

The distance between Ascona and Baveno is 44 km. The road distance is 48.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Baveno without a car is to ferry which takes 2h 25m and costs €8 - €12.

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

The ferry from Ascona to Baveno takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Baveno bus from?

Ascona to Baveno bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, depart from Brissago station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Baveno?

The best way to get from Ascona to Baveno is to line 26 bus and bus which takes 3h and costs €7 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €16 - €25 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Ascona to Baveno bus arrive?

Ascona to Baveno bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, arrive at Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Baveno?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Baveno is 49 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Ascona to Baveno.

Where can I stay near Baveno?

There are 3282+ hotels available in Baveno.

Ascona to Baveno - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 26 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Baveno by ferry, bus, train, 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.

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Bavenoferry 203 / ...
2h 25m
€8–12
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brissago to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 26
2. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Baveno - Porticibus 12
3h
€8–17
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossolatrain 72 / ...
4h 17m
€17–24
Drive 48.8 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Bavenocar 48.8 km
57 min
€9–12

Ascona to Baveno by bus

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Map of how to get from Ascona to Baveno.

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Distance: 44.3 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Baveno 3 times a week. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Baveno - Portici via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio in around 3h.

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