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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Zurich to Ascona

Composite routes from Zurich to Ascona

Cheapest
2 h 19 min
Car
201 km.
from $11
Other
3 h 6 min
Train, Bus
134 km.
from $34.83

Transport providers

Train operators

Südostbahn

Phone:
+41 58 580 70 70
Email:
Website:
sob.ch/
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Train from Zürich HB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86
Train from Zürich HB to Locarno
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$82.70–$152.67

SBB GmbH

Phone:
+49 (0) 7531 915109
Email:
Website:
sbb-deutschland.de/
Train from Zürich HB to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.27–$20.36

FART

Phone:
+41 (0)91 756 04 00
Email:
Website:
centovalli.ch/en/
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.91–$12.72

Bus operators

Gruppo Di Maio

Phone:
+39 0827 34 117
Email:
Website:
gruppodimaio.it/
Bus from Zürich to Bellinzona
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$20.36–$27.99

Swiss PostAuto

Phone:
+41 584483500
Email:
Website:
postauto.ch
Bus from Bellinzona, Stazione to Locarno,
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.07–$5.73

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Ascona is to train and bus which costs $20.65 - $27.17 and takes 3h 6m.

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 19m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

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 54m.

How far is it from Zurich to Ascona?

The distance between Zurich and Ascona is 182 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 26m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m 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 26m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 4h 54m.

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 19m to drive from Zurich to Ascona.

Where can I stay near Ascona?

There are 2687+ hotels available in Ascona. Prices start at $60.67 per night.
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