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

The cheapest way to get from Ascona to Merano is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 11h 38m.

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 17m and costs €45 - €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, Via Medere and arriving at Meran via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Milan and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Ascona to Merano?

The distance between Ascona and Merano is 437 km. The road distance is 289.2 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 45m and costs €70 - €210.

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 S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., depart from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio station.

Train or bus from Ascona to Merano?

The best way to get from Ascona to Merano is to train via Verona which takes 7h 45m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Ascona to Merano bus arrive?

Ascona to Merano bus services, operated by S.A.F. - SOCIETA' AUTOSERVIZI FONTANETO S.r.l., arrive at Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 station.

Can I drive from Ascona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ascona to Merano is 289 km. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Ascona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Ascona to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, 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 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 45m
€71–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus 35
2. Take the bus from Milan to Bolzano Southbus N95
11h 38m
€49–76
Drive 289.2 km
1. Drive from Ascona to Meranocar 289.2 km
4h 17m
€50–72
Train, bus, shuttle
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
7h 46m
€70–111
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
8h 10m
€78–154

Ascona to Merano by bus and train

104Weekly Services

7h 45mAverage Duration

€71Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ascona to Merano.

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Distance: 437.3 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, Debarcadero, Locarno, Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ascona, Via Medere to Meran via Brissago, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Milan, and Bolzano South in around 11h 38m.

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