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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Ascona is to line 1 bus which costs SFr 2 - SFr 3 and takes 7 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Ascona is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs SFr 25 - SFr 30.

Is there a direct bus between Locarno and Ascona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Locarno, Centro and arriving at Ascona, Scuole. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Locarno and Ascona?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Locarno and arriving at Ascona. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from Locarno to Ascona?

The distance between Locarno and Ascona is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Ascona without a car is to line 1 bus which takes 7 min and costs SFr 2 - SFr 3.

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

The line 1 bus from Locarno, Centro to Ascona, Scuole takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Ascona bus from?

Locarno to Ascona bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Centro station.

Where does the Locarno to Ascona bus arrive?

Locarno to Ascona bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Ascona, Scuole station.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2714+ hotels available in Ascona.

Locarno to Ascona - 4 ways to travel via line 1 bus, line 203 ferry, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Ascona by bus, ferry, taxi, or foot

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Locarno to Ascona by bus

566Weekly Buses

7 minAverage Duration

CHF 2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2.9 km
Duration: 7 min

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Ascona, Switzerland?

FART operates a bus from Locarno, Centro to Ascona, Scuole every 20 minutes. Tickets cost CHF 2–3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Locarno to Ascona 5 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 3–5 and the journey takes 20 min.

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