The average train between Merano and Bern takes 11h 36m and the fastest train takes 8h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Merano to Bern. 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 3 times a day between Merano and Bern. The earliest departure is at 6:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merano is at 9:46 PM which arrives into Bern at 2:25 PM. All services require a transfer at Bolzano Bozen and take an average of 11h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



8h 25m • 3 changes


9h 14m • 3 changes


8h 9m • 3 changesArrives next day



18h 9m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Merano to Bern? 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 Merano to Bern. However, there are services departing from Bolzano Bozen station and arriving at Bern station via Verona Porta Nuova station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.
Merano to Bern train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bolzano Bozen station.
Merano to Bern train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Bern station.
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The distance between Merano and Bern is 284.2 km. The road distance is 397 km.
You can take a train from Merano Meran to Bern via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, and Milano Centrale in around 8h 11m.