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

The cheapest way to get from Arona to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arona to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Arona and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Arona to Merano. However, there are services departing from Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria and arriving at Meran via Milan and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Arona to Merano?

The distance between Arona and Merano is 388 km. The road distance is 359.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Arona to Merano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 5h 52m and costs €30 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Arona to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arona to Merano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Arona to Merano?

The best way to get from Arona to Merano is to train via Verona which takes 5h 52m and costs €30 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €55 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Arona to Merano bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Arona to Merano is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Arona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Arona to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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 Verona
best
1. Take the train from Arona to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
5h 52m
€33–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milan to Bolzano Southbus N95
7h 40m
€35–53
Drive 359.1 km
1. Drive from Arona to Meranocar 359.1 km
3h 33m
€55–79
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
5h 45m
€74–100
Train
1. Take the train from Arona to Milano Centraletrain Re 4
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 14m
€40–77

Arona to Merano by train and bus

89Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 387.6 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a train from Arona to Terme Merano via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 5h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Milan to Bolzano South once daily. Tickets cost €16–30 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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