The average train between Merano and Bologna takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Merano to Bologna. 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 Merano and Bologna. 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 Bologna at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Merano to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Merano station and arriving at Bologna station via Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Merano to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.
Merano to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.
Book your Merano to Bologna train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Frecce and 2 other operators.
The distance between Merano and Bologna is 242.2 km. The road distance is 293 km.
You can take a train from Merano Meran to Bologna Centrale via Bolzano Bozen in around 4h.