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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Siena is to bus which costs €30 - €75 and takes 10h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Siena is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Siena?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Siena. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Siena via Locarno, Milano Centrale and Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Ascona to Siena?

The distance between Ascona and Siena is 491 km. The road distance is 470.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Siena without a car is to train and bus via Florence which takes 7h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Ascona to Siena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Siena train from?

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

Train or bus from Ascona to Siena?

The best way to get from Ascona to Siena is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs €40 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Ascona to Siena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ascona to Siena?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Siena is 471 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Ascona to Siena.

Where can I stay near Siena?

There are 2215+ hotels available in Siena.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Siena by train, 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, bus via Florence
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.Fr
3. Take the bus from Firenze Autostazione to Siena-Via Tozzi131
7h 41m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Siena Central Train StationItabus
10h 18m
€31–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Locarno to MonzaRe80
2. Take the bus from Milan to Siena528
10h
€56–131
Drive 470.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Siena470.7 km
4h 54m
€82–118
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novella
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to SienaRe
7h 45m
€44–110

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 490.5 km
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Solduno to Siena via Locarno FART, Locarno, Milano Centrale, and Firenze S.M.N. in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Siena Central Train Station twice daily. Tickets cost €22–45 and the journey takes 8h.

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