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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Merano is to bus which costs €45 - €80 and takes 9h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs €60 - €95.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Merano. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Basel to Merano?

The distance between Basel and Merano is 515 km. The road distance is 365.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Basel to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Basel to Merano?

The best way to get from Basel to Merano is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €90 - €410 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Basel to Merano train arrive?

Basel to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Basel to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Merano is 365 km. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Basel to Merano.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Merano?

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 1695+ hotels available in Merano.

Basel to Merano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basel to Merano by bus, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to Bolzano Southbus FlixBus 488
9h 10m
€46–75
Train
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain Tgv / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 48m
€93–410
Drive 365.1 km
1. Drive from Basel to Meranocar 365.1 km
4h 44m
€63–91

Basel to Merano by train

60Weekly Trains

9h 48mAverage Duration

€93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 514.9 km
Duration: 9h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Bolzano South 4 times a week. Tickets cost €30–60 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Basel SBB to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 48m.

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