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

The cheapest way to get from Alba to Merano is to train which costs €29 - €130 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alba to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Alba and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Alba to Merano. However, there are services departing from Alba - Autostazione and arriving at Merano via Fermata 739 - CARDUCCI, Turin Train Station Lingotto and Malpensa Airport - Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

How far is it from Alba to Merano?

The distance between Alba and Merano is 531 km. The road distance is 437.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Alba to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs €29 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Alba to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alba to Merano bus from?

Alba to Merano bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., depart from Alba - Autostazione station.

Train or bus from Alba to Merano?

The best way to get from Alba to Merano is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs €29 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 42m.

Where does the Alba to Merano bus arrive?

Alba to Merano bus services, operated by AUTOLINEE GIACHINO S.r.l., arrive at Torino - Piazza Carducci station.

Can I drive from Alba to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Alba to Merano is 438 km. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Alba to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2536+ hotels available in Merano.

Alba to Merano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alba to Merano by train (Trenitalia), 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 Alba to Torino Porta SusaRe
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano BozenFr
7h 32m
€30–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carducci47
2. Take the bus from Turin to Meran407
10h 42m
Drive 437.9 km
1. Drive from Alba to Merano437.9 km
4h 9m
€68–98
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Alba to Torino Porta SusaRe
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
4. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen89
7h 54m
€44–133
Bus via Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
1. Take the bus from Alba - Autostazione to Torino - Piazza Carducci47
2. Take the bus from Turin Train Station Lingotto to Malpensa Airport - Milan
3. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Merano
11h 11m

Alba to Merano by train and bus

11Weekly Services

7h 32mAverage Duration

€30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 530.5 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Alba, Piemonte, Italy and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Alba to Terme Merano via Torino Porta Susa, Milano Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alba - Autostazione to Meran via Torino - Piazza Carducci, Metro Carducci, Metro Re Umberto, Fermata 36 - RE UMBERTO, Fermata 3286 - FERRUCCI, and Turin in around 10h 42m.

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