- 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 on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 14 m
Trains on 18 Sept
4
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.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 trains from Bergamo to Stresa, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 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 an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 91 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £30 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m 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 Bergamo to Stresa:
A train is £8 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bergamo to Stresa costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Stresa take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 4m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 2h 4m versus 1h 30m 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 Bergamo to Stresa trains for today, Thursday 17 September. 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 4m. 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 2h 38m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
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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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.
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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