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

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Ascona is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 24m.

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 44m and costs SFr 40 - 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, Centro via Como Grandate, Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Genoa to Ascona?

The distance between Genoa and Ascona is 320 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 19m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m 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 19m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Genoa to Ascona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Genoa to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Ascona is 246 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Genoa to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2666+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Genoa to Ascona by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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 Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
5h 19m
CHF 20–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Como Grandate495
2. Take the bus from Como Grandate to Bellinzona Station
7h 24m
CHF 23–37
Drive 246.5 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Ascona246.5 km
2h 44m
CHF 40–58

Genoa to Ascona by train and bus

104Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.5 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Genova Brignole to Ascona, Scuole via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genoa to Ascona, Centro via Como Grandate, Bellinzona Station, Bellinzona, Stazione, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 7h 24m.

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