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Palazzo Borromeo Museum
Museum spaces inside Palazzo Borromeo display period interiors, paintings, tapestries, and collections in one of Lake Maggiore’s grandest residences.
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$108
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$118
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 42 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
9 h 12 m
Trains on Sep 19
4
Distance
212 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $108.
Fast trains
It's difficult to get from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa without transferring at least once.
11:30 PM9h39Monterosso al Mare9:09 AMStresa$1081One-way3 transfers
6:54 AM7h15Monterosso al Mare2:09 PMStresa$1211One-way1 transfer- 6:58 PM13h11Monterosso al Mare8:09 AMStresa$1211One-way1 transfer
- 7:27 AM6h42Monterosso al Mare2:09 PMStresa$1221One-way2 transfers
- 7:27 AM6h42Monterosso al Mare2:09 PMStresa$1221One-way2 transfers
- 6:54 AM7h15Monterosso al Mare2:09 PMStresa$1211One-way1 transfer
- 11:30 PM9h39Monterosso al Mare9:09 AMStresa$1081One-way3 transfers
- 6:58 PM13h11Monterosso al Mare8:09 AMStresa$1211One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Monterosso al Mare to Stresa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $58 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, while a bus costs an average of $58.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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$58 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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The cheapest way to travel from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa is a bus with an average price of $58.
The fastest way to travel from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 15m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Monterosso al Mare and Stresa including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa among Omio's users.
Live departures
Monterosso al Mare to Stresa train times
The table below shows live departures for Monterosso al Mare to Stresa trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 6:54 AM Monterosso al Mare | 7h15 | 2:09 PM Stresa | 1 transfer | |
| 7:27 AM Monterosso al Mare | 6h42 | 2:09 PM Stresa | 2 transfers | |
| 6:58 PM Monterosso al Mare | 13h11 | 8:09 AM Stresa | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa
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Take a train from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa and enjoy the approximately 131 miles (212 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 19:23.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Bus from $58
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
First train 4:53 AM |
Last train 7:23 PM |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $58
Complete guide to Stresa
Things to do in Stresa
Discover the best of Stresa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stresa trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Rosminiano
Historic house museum preserving philosopher Antonio Rosmini’s rooms, library, and manuscripts, important for Italian religious and intellectual history.
- Recommended
Palazzo Borromeo, Isola Madre
Gallery route within Isola Madre’s palace showing seventeenth-century furnishings, portraits, and domestic collections in an intimate island setting.
- Must visit
Lungolago di Stresa
Stresa’s scenic waterfront promenade offers lake views, island panoramas, hotels, gardens, and easy walking between the ferry area and parks.
- Must visit
Parco Pallavicino
Lakeside park and zoological garden estate with mature trees, viewpoints, and broad lawns, popular for families and relaxed walks.
- Must visit
Giardini dell'Isola Bella
Garden terraces on Isola Bella showcase Baroque design, statues, and dramatic lake views; among the area’s most photographed outdoor spaces.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Castagnaccio
A rich baked dish of local chestnuts, milk, cocoa, sugar and rosemary. It is a historic Lake Maggiore dessert tied to mountain chestnut culture.
Agnolotti Del Plin
Delicate fresh pasta stuffed with braised meat, vegetables and cheese, common across Piedmont and often served with roast juices or butter and sage.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Risotto Alla Piemontese
Traditional Novara and Lake Maggiore risotto cooked with Arborio rice, often enriched with local butter, wine and seasonal ingredients from Piedmont.
I Mori
Elegant Michelin-starred dining inside Villa E Palazzo Aminta, known for refined Italian tasting menus and a formal lakeside setting.
Ristorante Elvezia
Historic fine dining restaurant on Isola Bella, celebrated for classic Piedmont and lake fish dishes in a romantic, long-established setting.
Ristorante Lo Stornello
Well-known traditional restaurant in Stresa serving Piedmont specialties, pasta and lake fish in a polished but approachable atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Lake Maggiore: hotels often cost more in peak season, while dining is mid-range and ferries and trains are reasonably priced.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-15 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up for taxis; small change is enough in cafés.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- € 1.50
- Day pass
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To the city center
Stresa Railway Station -> Piazza Cadorna, Stresa
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 13 min
- Buy bus tickets before boarding at authorized shops when possible; onboard sales may be limited.
- Contactless bank card payment is not reliably available on local buses, so carry a valid paper or mobile ticket before travel.
FAQs: Trains from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa 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 Stresa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa
Most Monterosso al Mare to Stresa trains use the Monterosso to Stresa station pair. Use this guide to compare Monterosso al Mare and Stresa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Monterosso al Mare
Arrival train stations in Stresa
Which Monterosso al Mare station do trains to Stresa leave from?
Trains from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa leave from Monterosso. The station is from Monterosso al Mare city centre at Via Fegina, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy.
MonterossoVia Fegina, 19016 Monterosso al Mare SP, Italy+39 0187 817059
City-centre transport
Getting to Monterosso from Monterosso al Mare city centre
BusMonterosso · 4m · $1
Monterosso train station facilities and services
Monterosso has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Miky, Ristorante Belvedere
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Monterosso. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Monterosso.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Monterosso: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Monterosso: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Monterosso: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Porto Roca, Hotel Palme, Hotel Margherita.
Which Stresa station do trains from Monterosso al Mare arrive at?
Trains from Monterosso al Mare to Stresa arrive at Stresa. Stresa is from Stresa city centre.
StresaPiazza Guglielmo Marconi, 28838 Stresa VB, Italy+39 0323 30200
City-centre transport
Getting to Stresa from Stresa city centre
Bus34, 32, 31, 35 · 5m · $1 · every ~1 min
Stresa train station facilities and services
Stresa 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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante LaStresa, Osteria Mercato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stresa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stresa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stresa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stresa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stresa: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Hotel La Palma, Regina Palace Hotel.
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