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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Genoa is to bus which costs €21 - €35 and takes 8h 14m.

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 50m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Genoa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Genoa via Locarno, Rotonda, Bellinzona Station and Como Grandate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Genoa?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Genoa. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Genova Brignole via Locarno and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Ascona to Genoa?

The distance between Ascona and Genoa is 318 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 train via Milan which takes 5h 58m and costs €20 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Ascona to Genoa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Genoa bus from?

Ascona to Genoa bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Genoa train from?

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

Train or bus from Ascona to Genoa?

The best way to get from Ascona to Genoa is to train via Milan which takes 5h 58m and costs €20 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Ascona to Genoa bus arrive?

Ascona to Genoa bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Como Grandate station.

Where does the Ascona to Genoa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ascona to Genoa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Genoa is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Ascona to Genoa.

How do I get a train ticket from Ascona to Genoa?

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Where can I stay near Genoa?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Genoa by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Genova BrignoleIc
5h 58m
€20–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Como Grandate
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Genoa495
8h 14m
€21–33
Drive 249.5 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Genoa249.5 km
2h 50m
€44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Genova P. PrincipeEc
6h 41m
€86–175

Ascona to Genoa by train

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5h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 318.2 km
Duration: 5h 58m

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

You can take a train from Solduno to Genova Brignole via Locarno FART, Locarno, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Genoa via Locarno, Atelier Remo Rossi, Locarno, Rotonda, Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona Station, and Como Grandate in around 8h 14m.

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