The average train between Zurich and Merano takes 8h 30m and the fastest train takes 7h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich 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 5 times a day between Zurich and Merano. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Merano at 7:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 8h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Merano station via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.
Zurich to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Merano Meran station.
Book your Zurich to Merano train tickets online with Railjet, ÖBB and 2 other operators.
The distance between Zurich and Merano is 212.5 km. The road distance is 433 km.
You can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner in around 7h 35m.