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 75 and takes 4h 4m.

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 6m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

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 22m.

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 4m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 4m and costs SFr 22 - SFr 75. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, Stazione, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 130 and takes 6h 2m.

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 6m to drive from Modena to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2705+ 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

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 Modena to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
4h 4m
CHF 23–71
Bus via Lugano, Stazione
1. Take the bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo CianiItabus
6h 2m
CHF 31–124
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Modena to Ascona283.1 km
3h 6m
CHF 46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Station
7h 22m
CHF 30–45

Modena to Ascona by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 291 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Modena to Ascona, Scuole via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 23–100 and the journey takes 4h 34m.

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