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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Ascona is to train which costs SFr 20 - SFr 60 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Ascona is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Parma to Ascona?

The distance between Parma and Ascona is 238 km. The road distance is 235.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Parma to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Ascona bus from?

Parma to Ascona bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Ascona?

The best way to get from Parma to Ascona is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 40 and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Parma to Ascona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Parma to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Ascona is 235 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Parma to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2680+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Parma to Ascona by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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 Parma to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain Re 80
3h 48m
CHF 20–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parma Bus Station to Monza Via P. Borsellino e G. Falconebus Autolinee Federico
2. Take the train from Monza to Locarnotrain Re80
5h 23m
CHF 44–78
Drive 235.1 km
1. Drive from Parma to Asconacar 235.1 km
2h 41m
CHF 39–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parma to Bellinzona Stationbus
5h 24m
CHF 26–38

Parma to Ascona by train and bus

113Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

CHF 20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.6 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

You can take a train from Parma to Ascona, Scuole via Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 3h 48m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Parma to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–25 and the journey takes 4h.

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