The average train between Budapest and Merano takes 12h 5m and the fastest train takes 10h 49m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest 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 every 4 hours between Budapest and Merano. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Merano at 1:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 12h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Merano. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Merano station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.
Budapest to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Merano Meran station.
Book your Budapest to Merano train tickets online with Railjet, ÖBB and 2 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Merano is 603.5 km. The road distance is 900 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Merano Meran via Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 27m.