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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Ascona is to train which costs SFr 16 - SFr 23 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Ascona is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 60.

How far is it from Genoa to Ascona?

The distance between Genoa and Ascona is 259 km. The road distance is 246.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Ascona without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Genoa to Ascona, including transfers.

Train or bus from Genoa to Ascona?

The best way to get from Genoa to Ascona is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 16 - SFr 23 and takes 5h 19m.

Can I drive from Genoa to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Ascona is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Genoa to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2889+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Genoa to Ascona by bus, train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop to Luganobus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 14m
CHF 20–64
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Como Camerlatatrain Re 13
2. Take the train from Como Camerlata to Locarnotrain Re 80
5h 19m
CHF 16–23
Drive 246.5 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Asconacar 246.5 km
2h 45m
CHF 40–57
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 49m
CHF 55–165

Genoa to Ascona by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

CHF 20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.5 km
Duration: 5h 14m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Genoa - Via Fanti d'Italia Bus Stop to Lugano twice daily. Tickets cost CHF 12–23 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genova Brignole to Ascona, Centro via Como Camerlata, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 19m.

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