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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Lesa is to ferry which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 55m.

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 12m 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, Via Medere and arriving at Lesa via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct ferry between Ascona and Lesa?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ascona and arriving at Belgirate. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Ascona to Lesa?

The distance between Ascona and Lesa is 51 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 ferry which takes 2h 55m and costs €9 - €13.

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

The ferry from Ascona to Belgirate takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Lesa bus from?

Ascona to Lesa bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, depart from Brissago station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Lesa?

The best way to get from Ascona to Lesa is to line 26 bus and bus which takes 3h 19m and costs €9 - €21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €12 - €120 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Ascona to Lesa bus arrive?

Ascona to Lesa bus services, operated by VCO Trasporti, arrive at Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Lesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Lesa is 61 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Ascona to Lesa.

Where can I stay near Lesa?

There are 3291+ hotels available in Lesa.

Ascona to Lesa - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, line 26 bus, bus, and car

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

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Ascona to Belgirateferry 203
2h 55m
€9–13
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brissago to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 26
2. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Lesabus 12
3h 19m
€10–21
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Mendrisiotrain S
2. Take the train from Mendrisio to Gallaratetrain S50 / ...
3. Take the train from Gallarate to Lesatrain Re
4h 14m
€13–111
Drive 60.9 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Lesacar 60.9 km
1h 12m
€11–16

Ascona to Lesa by ferry

2Weekly Ferries

2h 55mAverage Duration

€9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 51 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Ascona to Belgirate twice a week. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Lesa via Brissago and Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio in around 3h 19m.

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