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

The cheapest way to get from Ancona to Merano is to train via Ancona which costs €30 - €100 and takes 7h 1m.

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 42m 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 Port and arriving at Terme Merano via Verona Porta Nuova, Verona - Aeroporto and Bolzano - Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

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 Port 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 €75 - €110 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Ancona to Merano bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ancona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ancona to Merano is 517 km. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Ancona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2536+ 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)

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bolzano-Bozen89
6h 9m
€75–85
Train via Ancona (Trenitalia)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ancona to Bolzano BozenIc
7h 1m
€30–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ancona Port to Verona428
2. Take the bus from Verona - Aeroporto to Bolzano
9h 18m
€80–110
Drive 517.3 km
1. Drive from Ancona to Merano517.3 km
4h 42m
€80–115

Ancona to Merano by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ancona to Merano.

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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, you can take a bus from Ancona Port to Terme Merano via Verona, Verona Porta Nuova, Verona Airport, Verona - Aeroporto, Bolzano, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 9h 18m.

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