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 20 - SFr 29 and takes 5h 34m.

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 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Solduno and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Locarno and Bellinzona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Ascona to Zurich?

The distance between Ascona and Zurich is 176 km. The road distance is 199.7 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 which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m 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 FART, depart from Locarno, Rotonda station.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Zurich train from?

Ascona to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Bellinzona station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Zurich?

The best way to get from Ascona to Zurich is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 29 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Ascona to Zurich bus arrive?

Ascona to Zurich bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Bellinzona, Stazione station.

Where does the Ascona to Zurich train arrive?

Ascona to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Ascona to Zurich?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Zurich 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 (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3h 16m
CHF 45–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Rotonda to Bellinzona, Stazionebus 311
2. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Zürichbus
5h 34m
CHF 20–29
Drive 199.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Zurichcar 199.7 km
2h 24m
CHF 33–47
Train via Lugano
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zürich HBtrain Ec / ...
4h 26m
CHF 40–98
Train #2
1. Take the train from Locarno to Zürich HBtrain Ir46
4h 38m
CHF 37–78

Ascona to Zurich by train (Trenitalia)

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3h 16mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.4 km
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Bellinzona to Zuerich Hb hourly. Tickets cost CHF 35–80 and the journey takes 1h 40m. 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 34m.

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