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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lesa is to drive which costs €10 - €16 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Lesa is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs €10 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Lesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Lesa. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Lesa via Locarno, Stazione and Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Lesa?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Lesa. However, there are services departing from Locarno S. Antonio and arriving at Lesa via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Ascona to Lesa?

The distance between Ascona and Lesa is 90 km. The road distance is 60.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Lesa without a car is to train via Domodossola which takes 3h 34m and costs €14 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Ascona to Lesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lesa bus from?

Ascona to Lesa bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lesa train from?

Ascona to Lesa train services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno S. Antonio station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Lesa?

The best way to get from Ascona to Lesa is to train via Domodossola which takes 3h 34m and costs €14 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €30 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Ascona to Lesa bus arrive?

Ascona to Lesa bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola, stazione station.

Where does the Ascona to Lesa train arrive?

Ascona to Lesa train services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Lesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Lesa is 61 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Ascona to Lesa.

Where can I stay near Lesa?

There are 3137+ hotels available in Lesa.

Ascona to Lesa - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Lesa 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 via Domodossola
best
1. Take the train from Locarno S. Antonio to Domodossola72 / ...
2. Take the train from Domodossola to LesaRe
3h 34m
€14–21
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Stresa203 / ...
3h 49m
€11–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Stazione to Domodossola, stazioneEv
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Lesa15
5h 21m
€23–30
Drive 60.9 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Lesa60.9 km
1h 11m
€11–16
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to MendrisioExt
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to GallarateS50
3. Take the train from Gallarate to LesaRe
4h 16m
€13–37

Ascona to Lesa by train

37Weekly Trains

3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 90.3 km
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Locarno S. Antonio to Lesa via Domodossola in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Stresa 3 times a week. Tickets cost €10–14 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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