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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ancona to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Ancona and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Ancona to Merano. However, there are services departing from Ancona and arriving at Meran via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Ancona to Merano?

The distance between Ancona and Merano is 494 km. The road distance is 517.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ancona to Merano without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs €75 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Ancona to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ancona to Merano bus from?

Ancona to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ancona station.

Train or bus from Ancona to Merano?

The best way to get from Ancona to Merano is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs €75 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Ancona to Merano bus arrive?

Ancona to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bolzano South station.

Can I drive from Ancona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Merano is 517 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Ancona to Merano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ancona to Merano?

Book your Ancona to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

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

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

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 Ancona to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
6h 9m
€75–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ancona to Bolzano Southbus N874 / ...
9h 25m
€30–52
Drive 517.3 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Meranocar 517.3 km
4h 44m
€80–115
Train via Ancona (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bolzano Bozentrain Ic
7h 1m
€35–60

Ancona to Merano by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493.8 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Ancona to Bolzano-Bozen once daily. Tickets cost €75–85 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Ancona to Bolzano South once daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 7h 55m.

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