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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Zurich is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Zürich via Locarno, Rotonda and Bellinzona Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Ascona to Zurich?

The distance between Ascona and Zurich is 216 km. The road distance is 199.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Zurich without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 3h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Ascona to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Zurich bus from?

Ascona to Zurich bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Locarno, Rotonda station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Zurich?

The best way to get from Ascona to Zurich is to train via Lugano which takes 3h 22m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Ascona to Zurich bus arrive?

Ascona to Zurich bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Bellinzona, Stazione station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Zurich is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Ascona to Zurich.

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1231+ hotels available in Zurich.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Zurich by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ic2 / ...
3h 22m
CHF 45–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Rotonda to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürichbus
5h 30m
CHF 23–34
Drive 199.9 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Zurichcar 199.9 km
2h 24m
CHF 32–46
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3h 25m
CHF 46–89
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
4h 38m
CHF 37–73

Ascona to Zurich by bus and train

178Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.9 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Ascona, Switzerland and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Lugano to Zürich HB hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–75 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Zürich via Locarno, Atelier Remo Rossi, Locarno, Rotonda, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Bellinzona Station in around 5h 30m.

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