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

The cheapest way to get from Aarau to Merano is to train and bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 8h 53m.

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 22m and costs €55 - €85.

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 8h 24m.

How far is it from Aarau to Merano?

The distance between Aarau and Merano is 508 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 via Zurich which takes 8h 24m and costs €85 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m 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 22m 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 2774+ hotels available in Merano.

Aarau to Merano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Aarau to Merano by train (Trenitalia), train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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

Train via Zurich
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
8h 24m
€86–400
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus
3. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
8h 53m
€48–82
Drive 321.8 km
1. Drive from Aarau to Meranocar 321.8 km
4h 22m
€57–82
Train, fly, shuttle
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane ZRH - MUC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
8h
€254–534
Train
1. Take the train from Aarau to Zürich HBtrain S11 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Innsbruck Hbftrain
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 45m
€52–106

Aarau to Merano by train

143Weekly Trains

8h 24mAverage Duration

€86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 507.8 km
Duration: 8h 24m

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 8h 24m.

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