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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Parma is to train and bus which costs €16 - €24 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Parma is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Parma?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Parma. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Parma via Locarno, Rotonda and Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Parma?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Parma. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Parma via Locarno and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Ascona to Parma?

The distance between Ascona and Parma is 236 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Parma without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €50 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Ascona to Parma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Parma bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ascona to Parma train from?

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

Train or bus from Ascona to Parma?

The best way to get from Ascona to Parma is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Ascona to Parma bus arrive?

Ascona to Parma bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Parma station.

Where does the Ascona to Parma train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ascona to Parma?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Parma is 234 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Ascona to Parma.

Where can I stay near Parma?

There are 786+ hotels available in Parma.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Parma 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
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Parmatrain Fr
4h 35m
€52–136
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Monzatrain Re 80
2. Take the bus from Monza Via P. Borsellino e G. Falcone to Parma Bus Stationbus Autolinee Federico 201r 25tir
6h 48m
€17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Parmabus
6h 9m
€24–35
Drive 233.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Parmacar 233.7 km
2h 39m
€41–59

Ascona to Parma by train

91Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

€52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Solduno to Parma via Locarno FART, Locarno, and Milano Centrale in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Bellinzona Station to Parma twice a week. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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