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 6m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Ascona, Via Medere via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Genoa to Ascona?

The distance between Genoa and Ascona is 255 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 train which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 23.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Genoa to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Ascona bus from?

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

Train or bus from Genoa to Ascona?

The best way to get from Genoa to Ascona is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 55 and takes 7h 41m.

Where does the Genoa to Ascona bus arrive?

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

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 3219+ 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 train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Monzatrain Re13
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 6m
CHF 17–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Milanbus 495 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchiobus 35
7h 41m
CHF 34–52
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 48m
CHF 56–167

Genoa to Ascona by train and bus

2Weekly Services

5h 6mAverage Duration

CHF 17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.9 km
Duration: 5h 6m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Ascona, Centro via Monza, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Ascona, Via Medere via Milan, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, and Brissago, Posta in around 7h 41m.

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