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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Genoa is to train via Como which costs €17 - €25 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Genoa is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs €40 - €65.

How far is it from Ascona to Genoa?

The distance between Ascona and Genoa is 261 km. The road distance is 249.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Genoa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs €21 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Ascona to Genoa, including transfers.

Train or bus from Ascona to Genoa?

The best way to get from Ascona to Genoa is to bus which takes 5h 29m and costs €21 - €75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €190 and takes 6h 49m.

Can I drive from Ascona to Genoa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Genoa is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Ascona to Genoa.

Where can I stay near Genoa?

There are 4226+ hotels available in Genoa.

Ascona to Genoa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Genoa by bus, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stopbus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 29m
€22–73
Train via Como
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Como Camerlatatrain Re 80
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Genova Brignoletrain Re 13
7h 5m
€18–25
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova Brignoletrain Ic
6h 49m
€58–183
Drive 249.5 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Genoacar 249.5 km
2h 51m
€44–63

Ascona to Genoa by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 261.2 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lugano to Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost €13–26 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Genova Brignole via Locarno, Debarcadero, Locarno, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 49m.

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