- Must visit
Palazzo Borromeo Museo
House museum on Isola Bella showing historic interiors, artworks and the Borromeo family collections inside the palace complex.
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bergamo to Stresa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bergamo to Stresa will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Bergamo for Stresa every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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 Bergamo to Stresa 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 coach which can get you there in 1h 22m. 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 £11, and a coach costs an average of £25.
Distance: 91 km
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £25 Average Price |
2h 36m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Bergamo to Stresa trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:49 Bergamo | 3h16 | 7:05 Stresa | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:49 Bergamo | 3h16 | 8:05 Stresa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Bergamo to Stresa run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 0:05 |
Last train 21:23 |
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Discover the best of Stresa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Stresa trip today.
House museum on Isola Bella showing historic interiors, artworks and the Borromeo family collections inside the palace complex.
Museum in Villa Pallavicino with collections on local nature and history, visited alongside the lakeside gardens and park.
Gallery and exhibition venue hosting temporary art shows in an elegant historic building near the waterfront, useful for a cultural stop in town.
Lakeside promenade lined with grand hotels, gardens and mountain views, ideal for a relaxed walk and classic views across Lake Maggiore.
Panoramic mountain area above Stresa with walking routes and wide lake views, popular for fresh air, outdoor activities and summer escapes.
Main square by the lake and ferry area, surrounded by historic buildings and lively public space, convenient for boats and town strolls.
Air-dried cured beef from nearby Ossola valleys, sliced thin and dressed with oil and lemon. A classic alpine antipasto of the wider Verbano-Cusio-Ossola area.
Small gnocchi made with chestnut flour, a mountain staple once vital in this area. Usually served with butter, sage or local cheese.
Freshwater perch fillets from Lake Maggiore, typically pan-fried and served with butter and sage. A signature lake dish around Stresa.
Elegant hotel restaurant with lake views, offering carefully prepared Italian dishes and a more formal atmosphere.
Refined lakefront dining in central Stresa, known for seafood, pasta and polished service in an elegant historic setting.
Traditional restaurant serving Piedmontese and lake dishes with a warm, classic atmosphere close to the waterfront.
Moderate for Lake Maggiore: lakefront hotels and dining cost more than inland towns, but cafés, pizzerias and local trains or ferries keep day-to-day costs manageable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Stresa station -> Piazza Cadorna, Stresa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bergamo 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.

Most Bergamo to Stresa trains use the Bergamo to Stresa station pair. Use this guide to compare Bergamo and Stresa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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