There are regular direct train services from Milan Centrale Station taking around 1 hour.
There is a boat service from Locarno in Switzerland that goes to Stresa
Torino. A great restaurant located on the central square. The restaurant makes a great schnitzel with french fries.
L'Angolo del Gelato. This ice cream bar is located on the square in the centre of Stresa. The ice cream bar makes great ice cream and has many flavours to offer.