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

The cheapest way to get from Chamonix to Ascona is to drive which costs SFr 35 - SFr 55 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chamonix to Ascona is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct train between Chamonix and Ascona?

No, there is no direct train from Chamonix to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and arriving at Locarno S. Antonio via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig and Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Chamonix to Ascona?

The distance between Chamonix and Ascona is 196 km. The road distance is 220 km.

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

The best way to get from Chamonix to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Chamonix to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Ascona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chamonix to Ascona train from?

Chamonix to Ascona train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, depart from Vallorcine station.

Train or bus from Chamonix to Ascona?

The best way to get from Chamonix to Ascona is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 40 - SFr 70 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Chamonix to Ascona bus arrive?

Chamonix to Ascona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - Milan station.

Where does the Chamonix to Ascona train arrive?

Chamonix to Ascona train services, operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions, arrive at Martigny station.

Can I drive from Chamonix to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamonix to Ascona is 220 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chamonix to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2669+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chamonix and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamonix to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Chamonix and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Malpensa Airport - Milan, Como Grandate, Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

There are 4 ways to get from Chamonix to Ascona by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
2. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
3. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno S. Antonio72
6h 51m
CHF 48–117
Drive 220 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chamonix to Ascona220 km
3h 18m
CHF 36–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chamonix to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Como Grandate Via Colombo Cristoforo
3. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Station
9h 12m
CHF 43–66
Train via Ascona, Centro
1. Take the train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to VallorcineTer
2. Take the train from Vallorcine to MartignyRe
3. Take the train from Martigny to BrigIr
4. Take the train from Brig to DomodossolaIr / ...
5. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
7h 5m
CHF 50–122

Chamonix to Ascona by train

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Distance: 196 km
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Chamonix, France and Ascona, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Locarno S. Antonio via Vallorcine, Martigny, Brig, and Domodossola in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chamonix to Ascona, Centro via Malpensa Airport - Milan, Como Grandate, Bellinzona Station, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 9h 12m.

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