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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Ispra is to train which costs €7 - €15 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Ispra is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs €12 - €18.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Ispra?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Ispra. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Ispra via Locarno, Cadenazzo and Laveno Mombello. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Ascona to Ispra?

The distance between Ascona and Ispra is 102 km. The road distance is 70.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Ispra without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Ascona to Ispra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Ispra train from?

Ascona to Ispra train services, operated by FART, depart from Solduno station.

Where does the Ascona to Ispra train arrive?

Ascona to Ispra train services, operated by FART, arrive at Locarno FART station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Ispra?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Ispra is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Ascona to Ispra.

Where can I stay near Ispra?

There are 3259+ hotels available in Ispra.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Ispra by train, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to MendrisioRe80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Varese, V. Veneto 9 to Ispra, Mazzini 59,bancaV120
3h 20m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Solduno to Locarno FARTR70
2. Take the train from Locarno to CadenazzoS20 / ...
3. Take the train from Cadenazzo to Laveno-MombelloS30
4. Take the train from Laveno Mombello to Ispra
3h 27m
€7–14
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Angera203
4h 15m
€13–20
Drive 70.4 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Ispra70.4 km
1h 14m
€13–18

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 102.3 km
Duration: 3h 20m

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

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Angera once a week. Tickets cost €13–20 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Solduno to Ispra via Locarno FART, Locarno, Cadenazzo, and Laveno Mombello in around 3h 27m.

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