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

The cheapest way to get from Bellinzona to Merano is to bus which costs €28 - €55 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bellinzona to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Bellinzona and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Bellinzona to Merano. However, there are services departing from Bellinzona, Piazza Orico and arriving at Meran via Bellinzona and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

How far is it from Bellinzona to Merano?

The distance between Bellinzona and Merano is 422 km. The road distance is 266.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bellinzona to Merano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 7h 14m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Bellinzona to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bellinzona to Merano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bellinzona to Merano?

The best way to get from Bellinzona to Merano is to train via Verona which takes 7h 14m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Bellinzona to Merano bus arrive?

Bellinzona to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Can I drive from Bellinzona to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bellinzona to Merano is 266 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Bellinzona to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bellinzona 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 Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
7h 14m
€66–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milanbus FlixBus 076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Meranbus 407
9h 34m
€29–51
Drive 266.4 km
1. Drive from Bellinzona to Meranocar 266.4 km
3h 55m
€47–67
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Bellinzona to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train S50
2. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
7h
€68–94
Train
1. Take the train from S. Antonino to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
8h 7m
€78–159

Bellinzona to Merano by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 34mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bellinzona to Merano.

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Distance: 422.4 km
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a train from Bellinzona to Terme Merano via Lugano, Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bellinzona, Piazza Orico to Meran via Castione, Stazione, Bellinzona, and Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 9h 34m.

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