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

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Ascona is to train which costs SFr 22 - SFr 70 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modena to Ascona is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Modena and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Modena to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Modena - Autostazione and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio, Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Modena to Ascona?

The distance between Modena and Ascona is 291 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Modena to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Modena to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modena to Ascona bus from?

Modena to Ascona bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Train or bus from Modena to Ascona?

The best way to get from Modena to Ascona is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Modena to Ascona bus arrive?

Modena to Ascona bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Can I drive from Modena to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Ascona is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Modena to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2889+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
4h 25m
CHF 23–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Stationbus
7h 20m
CHF 30–45
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Modena to Asconacar 283.1 km
3h 7m
CHF 44–64
Train via Ascona, Scuole
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re80
4h 27m
CHF 51–126

Modena to Ascona by train and bus

99Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291.2 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Modena to Ascona, Centro via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 21–30 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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