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Museo San Carlo
Interactive museum inside the giant Saint Charles statue, explaining its engineering, history, and cultural importance above Arona.
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
94 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alessandria to Arona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alessandria to Arona will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 1 trains that leave Alessandria for Arona on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 94 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alessandria to Arona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €11.
Distance: 58 miles (94 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price | €330 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alessandria to Arona:
A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alessandria to Arona costing on average €18.
Other travel options to Arona take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 1m.
Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €330 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €320. The journey takes 1h 39m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Alessandria to Arona trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:47 PM Alessandria | 2h25 | 6:12 PM Arona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alessandria to Arona run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:19, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 58 miles (94 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 58 miles (94 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 5:19 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Interactive museum inside the giant Saint Charles statue, explaining its engineering, history, and cultural importance above Arona.
Local archaeology museum presenting finds from the Lake Maggiore area and helping visitors understand Arona's ancient roots.
Town art venue hosting rotating exhibitions by regional artists in a central civic setting, useful for discovering contemporary local culture.
Arona's scenic lakefront promenade, ideal for walking, views of Lake Maggiore, and easy access to the town's main attractions.
Main square facing the lake, animated by markets and events, and a useful starting point for exploring central Arona on foot.
Large public park on the former fortress grounds, loved for lawns, family space, and panoramic viewpoints over the lake.
Air-dried cured ham from the Ossola valleys, prized in Piedmont and around Lake Maggiore for its delicate aroma and mountain-herb notes.
Traditional Novara rice cooked with local red wine, often from nearby Ghemme or Boca, giving it a deep color and rich Piedmontese flavor.
Freshwater lake fish from Lake Maggiore, typically perch or whitefish, grilled or baked. It is a classic local specialty tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
Refined Michelin-starred dining on Lake Maggiore, known for modern Italian cuisine, tasting menus, and elegant service in a scenic setting.
Historic lakeside restaurant in central Arona serving Piedmontese and Italian classics, seafood, and local wines in a polished traditional atmosphere.
Well-regarded casual spot for pizza and Italian dishes, appreciated for reliable quality, friendly service, and an easygoing town-center setting.
Moderate for Lake Maggiore. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining and local transit are generally reasonable versus larger Italian resort areas.
Service is often included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alessandria to Arona by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Arona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alessandria to Arona trains use the Alessandria to Arona station pair. Use this guide to compare Alessandria and Arona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alessandria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Grappolo, Trattoria Cappelverde
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alessandria. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alessandria. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alessandria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alessandria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alessandria: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alli Due Buoi Rossi, Hotel Lux, Hotel Europa.
Arona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Villa Rocchetta, Ristorante Vecchia Arona
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Arona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Arona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Arona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Arona: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Arona: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Concorde, Hotel Antares, Hotel Atlantic.
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