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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Merano is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Merano is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Bologna and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Bologna to Merano. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Meran via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Bologna to Merano?

The distance between Bologna and Merano is 290 km. The road distance is 303.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Merano without a car is to train and line 201 bus which takes 3h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Bologna to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Merano bus from?

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

Where does the Bologna to Merano bus arrive?

Bologna to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bolzano South station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Merano is 304 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Bologna to Merano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bologna to Merano?

Book your Bologna to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2528+ hotels available in Merano.

Bologna to Merano - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bologna to Merano by 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, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano BozenFr
2. Take the bus from Bolzano - Stazione to Terme Merano201
3h 40m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano SouthN874 / ...
5h 15m
€19–40
Drive 303.9 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Merano303.9 km
2h 54m
€47–68
Train, line 201 bus via Bologna Centrale
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano-Bozen89
2. Take the bus from Bolzano - Stazione to Terme Merano201
3h 47m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bologna to Merano.

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Distance: 290.2 km
Duration: 3h 40m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano South every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–28 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Marino Autolinee S.p.A. also services this route once daily.

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