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

The cheapest way to get from Bologna to Merate is to bus which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bologna to Merate is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €25 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Bologna and Merate?

No, there is no direct train from Bologna to Merate. However, there are services departing from Bologna Centrale and arriving at Cernusco-Merate via Milano Porta Garibaldi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Bologna to Merate?

The distance between Bologna and Merate is 243 km. The road distance is 242.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bologna to Merate without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €25 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Bologna to Merate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bologna to Merate train from?

Bologna to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bologna Centrale station.

Train or bus from Bologna to Merate?

The best way to get from Bologna to Merate is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs €25 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Bologna to Merate train arrive?

Bologna to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano P.Garibaldi station.

Can I drive from Bologna to Merate?

Yes, the driving distance between Bologna to Merate is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Bologna to Merate.

How do I get a train ticket from Bologna to Merate?

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Where can I stay near Merate?

There are 3556+ hotels available in Merate.

Bologna to Merate - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Bologna to Merate by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano P.Garibalditrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Cernusco-Meratetrain S8 / ...
2h 16m
€25–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to Milanbus 528
3h 38m
€18–30
Drive 242.7 km
1. Drive from Bologna to Meratecar 242.7 km
2h 26m
€38–55
Train via Milano Greco Pirelli
1. Take the train from Bologna centrale to Milano Centraletrain 9944 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Greco Pirelli to Cernusco-Meratetrain S8 / ...
2h 19m
€32–60
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Milano Rogoredotrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Cernusco-Meratetrain S8 / ...
2h 20m
€24–99

Bologna to Merate by train

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.8 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Bologna, Italy and Merate, Italy?

You can take a train from Bologna Centrale to Cernusco-Merate via Milano Porta Garibaldi in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bologna Centrale to Milan 5 times a week. Tickets cost €15–27 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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