What is the cheapest way to get from Aarau to Merano?

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Merano is to drive which costs €55 - €80 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aarau to Merano?

The fastest way to get from Aarau to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Aarau and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Aarau to Merano. However, there are services departing from Aarau and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Aarau to Merano?

The distance between Aarau and Merano is 474 km. The road distance is 321.8 km.

How do I travel from Aarau to Merano without a car?

The best way to get from Aarau to Merano without a car is to train which takes 9h 2m and costs €150 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Aarau to Merano?

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Aarau to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aarau to Merano train from?

Aarau to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Aarau station.

Where does the Aarau to Merano train arrive?

Aarau to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Aarau to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Aarau to Merano is 322 km. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Aarau to Merano.

How do I get a train ticket from Aarau to Merano?

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Merano.

Aarau to Merano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aarau to Merano by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 2m
€155–251
Drive 321.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aarau to Meranocar 321.8 km
4h 21m
€55–80
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
9h 5m
€64–99
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Aarau to Rorschachtrain Ic5
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 43m
€110–196

Aarau to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

9h 2mAverage Duration

€155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 474.5 km
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Aarau, Switzerland and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Aarau to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 2m.

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