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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Merano is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 4h 16m.

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 16m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Ascona and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Ascona to Merano. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Merano Meran via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova and Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Ascona to Merano?

The distance between Ascona and Merano is 439 km. The road distance is 290 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 via Verona which takes 7h 18m and costs €75 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Ascona to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ascona to Merano train from?

Ascona to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Ascona to Merano train arrive?

Ascona to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Merano is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Ascona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2778+ hotels available in Merano.

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

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

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Train via Verona
best
1. Take the train from Locarno 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
7h 18m
€76–184
Drive 290 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ascona to Meranocar 290 km
4h 16m
€52–75
Train, bus, shuttle
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milan Centrale Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
8h 2m
€150–219
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
8h 10m
€78–129

Ascona to Merano by bus and train

104Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Distance: 439.4 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Ascona, Centro to Merano Meran via Locarno, Debarcadero, Locarno, Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, and Bolzano Bozen in around 7h 18m.

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