What is the cheapest way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

The cheapest way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona is to drive which costs SFr 13 - SFr 20 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

The fastest way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs SFr 13 - SFr 20.

Is there a direct bus between Simplon Pass (Mountain) and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Simplon Pass, Simplonblick and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Domodossola, stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

The distance between Simplon Pass (Mountain) and Ascona is 105 km. The road distance is 81.9 km.

How do I travel from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona without a car?

The best way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 150.

How long does it take to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona bus from?

Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, depart from Simplon Pass, Simplonblick station.

Train or bus from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

The best way to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs SFr 100 - SFr 150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 20 - SFr 30 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona bus arrive?

Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona bus services, operated by PostAuto Schweiz AG, arrive at Domodossola, stazione station.

Can I drive from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona is 82 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2716+ hotels available in Ascona.

Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona by train, 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 Domodossola to Locarno S. Antonio72 / ...
3h 30m
CHF 106–142
Drive 81.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona81.9 km
1h 22m
CHF 14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Simplon Pass, Simplonblick to Domodossola, stazione631
2. Take the bus from Domodossola, stazione to Locarno, StazioneEv
4h 18m
CHF 21–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Simplon Pass, Simplonblick to Domodossola, stazione631
2. Take the train from Domodossola to Locarno FART72 / ...
3h 50m
CHF 16–24

Simplon Pass (Mountain) to Ascona by bus

14Weekly Buses

4h 18mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.5 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Simplon Pass (Mountain), Switzerland and Ascona, Switzerland?

FART operates a train from Domodossola to Locarno S. Antonio hourly. Tickets cost CHF 9–13 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Simplon Pass, Simplonblick to Ascona, Centro via Domodossola, stazione, Locarno, Stazione, and Locarno, Piazza Stazione in around 4h 18m.

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