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

The cheapest way to get from Rimini to Ascona is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 40 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rimini to Ascona is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct bus between Rimini and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Rimini to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Arco d'Augusto and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Rimini Nord, Bellinzona, Piazza Orico and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Rimini to Ascona?

The distance between Rimini and Ascona is 438 km. The road distance is 438.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rimini to Ascona without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 8m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Rimini to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rimini to Ascona bus from?

Rimini to Ascona bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, depart from Rimini Nord station.

Train or bus from Rimini to Ascona?

The best way to get from Rimini to Ascona is to train via Bologna which takes 5h 8m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, which costs SFr 35 - SFr 85 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Rimini to Ascona bus arrive?

Rimini to Ascona bus services, operated by Autolinee Ventre, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Rimini to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Rimini to Ascona is 439 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Rimini to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2716+ hotels available in Ascona.

Rimini to Ascona - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rimini 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 via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Rimini to Bologna CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
5h 8m
CHF 37–94
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rimini to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
5h 31m
CHF 32–90
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Rimini to Lugano421
8h 13m
CHF 36–85
Drive 438.7 km
1. Drive from Rimini to Ascona438.7 km
4h 24m
CHF 72–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rimini Nord to Bellinzona
8h 14m
CHF 33–38

Rimini to Ascona by train and bus

168Weekly Services

5h 8mAverage Duration

CHF 37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 438.5 km
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Rimini to Ascona, Scuole via Bologna Centrale, Milano Centrale, Locarno, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rimini to Lugano once daily. Tickets cost CHF 27–60 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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