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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Ascona is to bus which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Ascona is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Olten and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Olten station to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Olten Station and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Olten to Ascona?

The distance between Olten and Ascona is 215 km. The road distance is 217.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Ascona without a car is to train via Zofingen which takes 3h 43m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Olten to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Ascona bus from?

Olten to Ascona bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Olten Station.

Train or bus from Olten to Ascona?

The best way to get from Olten to Ascona is to train via Zofingen which takes 3h 43m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 27 - SFr 40 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Olten to Ascona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Ascona is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Olten to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2726+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Olten to Ascona by train, bus, or car

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Olten to Ascona by train and bus

1Weekly Services

3h 43mAverage Duration

CHF 64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zofingen to Locarno once a week. Tickets cost CHF 55–110 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Olten Station to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 19–28 and the journey takes 5h.

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