The average train between Bottrop and Merano takes 14h 36m and the fastest train takes 12h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Bottrop to Merano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Bottrop and Merano. The earliest departure is at 2:03 AM at night, and the last departure from Bottrop is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Merano at 12:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Essen Hbf and take an average of 14h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Bottrop to Merano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bottrop to Merano. However, there are services departing from Bottrop station and arriving at Merano station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.
Bottrop to Merano train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, depart from Essen Hbf station.
Bottrop to Merano train services, operated by RheinRuhrBahn, arrive at Merano Meran station.
Book your Bottrop to Merano train tickets online with RheinRuhrBahn, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 6 other operators.
The distance between Bottrop and Merano is 621.4 km. The road distance is 995 km.
You can take a train from Bottrop Hbf to Merano Meran via Essen Hbf, München Hbf, Kufstein, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 12h 49m.