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

The cheapest way to get from Como to Ascona is to train which costs SFr 7 - SFr 11 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Como to Ascona is to drive which takes 55 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 16.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Chiasso, Stazione and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Como to Ascona?

The distance between Como and Ascona is 68 km. The road distance is 66 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Como to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Ascona bus from?

Como to Ascona bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Chiasso, Stazione station.

Train or bus from Como to Ascona?

The best way to get from Como to Ascona is to train which takes 1h 33m and costs SFr 7 - SFr 11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 8 - SFr 14 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Como to Ascona bus arrive?

Como to Ascona bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Locarno, Stazione station.

Can I drive from Como to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Ascona is 66 km. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Como to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2699+ hotels available in Ascona.

Como to Ascona - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Como to Ascona by train, bus, or car

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Como to Ascona by train and bus

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1h 33mAverage Duration

CHF 7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 68.3 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Como S. Giovanni to Locarno hourly. Tickets cost CHF 26–50 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Trenord S.r.l. also services this route hourly. Alternatively, PostAuto Schweiz AG operates a bus from Chiasso, Stazione to Locarno, Stazione once a week. Tickets cost CHF 6–10 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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