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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Ascona is to bus which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Ascona is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Ascona?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich to Ascona. However, there are services departing from Zürich and arriving at Ascona, Centro via Bellinzona, Stazione and Locarno, Piazza Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Zurich to Ascona?

The distance between Zurich and Ascona is 178 km. The road distance is 201.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Ascona without a car is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 34m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Zurich to Ascona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Ascona bus from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Ascona?

The best way to get from Zurich to Ascona is to train via Bellinzona which takes 2h 34m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 23 - SFr 35 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Zurich to Ascona bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Ascona?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Ascona is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Zurich to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2896+ hotels available in Ascona.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich 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 via Bellinzona
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bellinzonatrain Ec / ...
2h 34m
CHF 45–79
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Bellinzona Stationbus
4h 52m
CHF 23–34
Drive 201.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Asconacar 201.9 km
2h 21m
CHF 32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Locarnotrain Ir46
3h 42m
CHF 42–74

Zurich to Ascona by train and bus

249Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

CHF 45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.7 km
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona hourly. Tickets cost CHF 30–65 and the journey takes 1h 39m. Südostbahn also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Zürich to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 15–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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