- Must visit
Accademia Carrara
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
Cheapest price
€12
Average price
€12
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stresa to Bergamo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stresa to Bergamo will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
It's difficult to get from Stresa to Bergamo without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stresa to Bergamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €12 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Stresa to Bergamo:
A train is €0.18 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Stresa to Bergamo costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Bergamo take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €21. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 25m 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 Stresa to Bergamo trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:23 AM Stresa | 2h32 | 7:55 AM Bergamo | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Stresa to Bergamo run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Bergamo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bergamo trip today.
The city’s major art museum displays Italian paintings from the Renaissance to the 19th century in a refined hilltop setting.
This modern and contemporary art gallery complements Accademia Carrara with Italian masters, sculpture, and rotating exhibitions.
Housed in a medieval convent, this museum presents Bergamo’s archaeology, urban history, and Venetian-era development.
Bergamo’s elegant central square is lined with historic buildings and cafes, making it the essential starting point in Città Alta.
This broad square by major churches and civic landmarks is one of the city’s most atmospheric places for architecture and photos.
The UNESCO-listed walls encircle the upper town with scenic walks, bastions, and exceptional panoramic viewpoints over Bergamo.
Pasta ribbons with butter, sage, pancetta and crispy bacon, a signature Bergamo first course linked to local peasant cooking.
Rustic cornmeal dish often served soft or grilled with local cheeses, sausages or stews; a cornerstone of Bergamo and Lombardy cuisine.
Creamy risotto cooked with Taleggio, the famous local washed-rind cheese from the Bergamo valleys, prized for its rich aroma.
Elegant fine dining in Upper Town with creative Italian cuisine, polished service and panoramic surroundings in a historic setting.
Established pastry shop and café famous for Polenta E Osei cake and other Bergamo sweets, ideal for a traditional dessert stop.
Historic traditional restaurant in Città Alta known for Bergamasque classics, warm rustic rooms and a long local reputation.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller towns, but local buses, airport transit, and casual meals stay fairly manageable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stresa to Bergamo 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 Bergamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Stresa to Bergamo trains use the Stresa to Bergamo station pair, with some services arriving at Bergamo Ospedale. Use this guide to compare Stresa and Bergamo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Ristorante LaStresa, Osteria Mercato
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Stresa. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Stresa. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stresa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stresa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stresa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Hotel La Palma, Regina Palace Hotel.
Bergamo 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 La Bruschetta, Osteria D'Ambrosio
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bergamo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bergamo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bergamo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bergamo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior San Marco, Mercure Bergamo Centro Palazzo Dolci, Hotel Cappello d'Oro.
Bergamo Ospedale is 2 km from Bergamo city centre. Public transport options include:
Bergamo Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Bergamo Ospedale.
Available at Bergamo Ospedale: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bergamo Ospedale: Elevators, ramps.
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