What is the cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta is to drive which costs €11 - €17 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs €11 - €17.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Lago d'Orta?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Lago d'Orta. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Omegna - Viale De Amicis - Scuole via Locarno, Stazione and Domodossola - Via Turati, 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Lago d'Orta?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Lago d'Orta. However, there are services departing from Locarno S. Antonio and arriving at Orta-Miasino via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

The distance between Ascona and Lago d'Orta is 91 km. The road distance is 65.7 km.

How do I travel from Ascona to Lago d'Orta without a car?

The best way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €14 - €21.

How long does it take to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lago d'Orta bus from?

Ascona to Lago d'Orta bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lago d'Orta train from?

Ascona to Lago d'Orta train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno S. Antonio station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

The best way to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €29 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Ascona to Lago d'Orta bus arrive?

Ascona to Lago d'Orta bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola, stazione station.

Where does the Ascona to Lago d'Orta train arrive?

Ascona to Lago d'Orta train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Lago d'Orta is 66 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Ascona to Lago d'Orta.

How do I get a train ticket from Ascona to Lago d'Orta?

Book your Ascona to Lago d'Orta train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lago d'Orta?

There are 2278+ hotels available in Lago d'Orta.

Ascona to Lago d'Orta - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Lago d'Orta by train, ferry, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Locarno S. Antonio to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Orta-MiasinoRe
3h 52m
€14–21
Drive 65.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ascona to Orta San Giulio65.7 km
1h 17m
€12–17
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Arona203
5h 37m
€16–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Stazione to Domodossola, stazioneEv
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Via Turati, 7 to Omegna - Viale De Amicis - Scuole5
5h 39m
€21–29
Train via Ascona, Centro
1. Take the train from Locarno FART to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Orta-MiasinoRe
4h 41m
€17–26

Ascona to Lago d'Orta by train

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Distance: 91.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Lago d'Orta, Piemonte, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno S. Antonio to Orta-Miasino via Domodossola in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Arona once a week. Tickets cost €13–18 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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