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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Vernazza is to train and bus which costs €23 - €75 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Vernazza is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Vernazza?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Vernazza. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Vernazza via Locarno, Milano Centrale and Monterosso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Ascona to Vernazza?

The distance between Ascona and Vernazza is 326 km. The road distance is 342.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Vernazza without a car is to train via Milan which takes 6h 44m and costs €29 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Ascona to Vernazza, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Vernazza train from?

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

Where does the Ascona to Vernazza train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ascona to Vernazza?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Vernazza is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Ascona to Vernazza.

Where can I stay near Vernazza?

There are 4210+ hotels available in Vernazza.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Ascona to Vernazza by train (Trenitalia), 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 via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to MonterossoIc
6h 44m
€29–55
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Como S. Giovanni
2. Take the bus from Como to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano518 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to La Spezia500
9h 37m
€24–71
Drive 342.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Vernazza342.7 km
4h 6m
€60–87
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Sestri LevanteEc
8h 51m
€104–211

Ascona to Vernazza by train

50Weekly Trains

6h 44mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 326 km
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Solduno to Vernazza via Locarno FART, Locarno, Milano Centrale, and Monterosso in around 6h 44m.

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