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

The cheapest way to get from Bolzano to Ascona is to train via Milan which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolzano to Ascona is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Bolzano and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolzano to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Bolzano South and arriving at Ascona, Via Medere via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Bolzano to Ascona?

The distance between Bolzano and Ascona is 408 km. The road distance is 318.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bolzano to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Bolzano to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolzano to Ascona bus from?

Bolzano to Ascona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Train or bus from Bolzano to Ascona?

The best way to get from Bolzano to Ascona is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs SFr 75 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 65 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Bolzano to Ascona bus arrive?

Bolzano to Ascona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Can I drive from Bolzano to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolzano to Ascona is 318 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Bolzano to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2889+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bolzano to Ascona 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 Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 59m
CHF 75–148
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Milano Lambratetrain Re 6
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
7h 6m
CHF 27–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Milanbus N95
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 35
9h 21m
CHF 44–62
Drive 318.3 km
1. Drive from Bolzano to Asconacar 318.3 km
4h 32m
CHF 50–72
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Re
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
7h 5m
CHF 65–187

Bolzano to Ascona by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

CHF 75Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bolzano to Ascona.

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Distance: 408.3 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a train from Bolzano Bozen to Ascona, Centro via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bolzano South to Ascona, Via Medere via Milan, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, and Brissago, Posta in around 9h 21m.

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