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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Merano is to train which costs €27 - €95 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ascona to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Ascona and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Ascona to Merano. However, there are services departing from Ascona, Centro and arriving at Merano via Locarno, Stazione, Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria and Malpensa Airport - Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Ascona to Merano?

The distance between Ascona and Merano is 437 km. The road distance is 289.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ascona to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs €27 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Ascona to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Merano bus from?

Ascona to Merano bus services, operated by FART, depart from Locarno, Stazione station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Merano?

The best way to get from Ascona to Merano is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs €27 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €130 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Ascona to Merano bus arrive?

Ascona to Merano bus services, operated by FART, arrive at Domodossola, stazione station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Merano is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Ascona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2548+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Merano by train (Trenitalia), train, 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 Locarno to Milano CentraleRe80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano BozenFr
7h 45m
€28–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from S. Antonino to Milano Centrale
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bergamo to Meran407
8h 54m
€67–134
Drive 289.7 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Merano289.7 km
4h 14m
€51–73
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen89
8h 8m
€37–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Locarno, Stazione to Domodossola, stazioneEv
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 13
3. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Merano
11h 14m
€87–123

Ascona to Merano by bus and train

11Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 437.4 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Terme Merano via Locarno, Piazza Stazione, Locarno, Milano Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Merano via Locarno, Piazza Stazione, Locarno, Stazione, Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, and Malpensa Airport - Milan in around 11h 14m.

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