What is the cheapest way to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

The cheapest way to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona is to drive which costs SFr 8 - SFr 13 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

The fastest way to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs SFr 8 - SFr 13.

Is there a direct train between Lago d'Orta and Ascona?

No, there is no direct train from Lago d'Orta to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Orta-Miasino and arriving at Locarno S. Antonio via Domodossola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

The distance between Lago d'Orta and Ascona is 91 km. The road distance is 54 km.

How do I travel from Lago d'Orta to Ascona without a car?

The best way to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

How long does it take to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lago d'Orta to Ascona train from?

Lago d'Orta to Ascona train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Orta-Miasino station.

Where does the Lago d'Orta to Ascona train arrive?

Lago d'Orta to Ascona train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Domodossola station.

Can I drive from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Lago d'Orta to Ascona is 54 km. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Lago d'Orta to Ascona.

How do I get a train ticket from Lago d'Orta to Ascona?

Book your Lago d'Orta to Ascona train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2669+ hotels available in Ascona.

Lago d'Orta to Ascona - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona by train, ferry, 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 Orta-Miasino to DomodossolaRe
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno S. Antonio72 / ...
3h 39m
CHF 13–19
Drive 54 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Omegna - Via Fratelli Di Dio - Ponte - Via Ferriere to Ascona54 km
1h 2m
CHF 9–13
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Arona to Ascona200
5h 31m
CHF 15–20
Train via Ascona, Centro
1. Take the train from Orta-Miasino to DomodossolaRe
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
3h 52m
CHF 15–24

Lago d'Orta to Ascona by train

45Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

CHF 13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lago d'Orta to Ascona.

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Distance: 91.3 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Lago d'Orta, Piemonte, Italy and Ascona, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Orta-Miasino to Locarno S. Antonio via Domodossola in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Arona to Ascona once daily. Tickets cost CHF 12–17 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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