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

The cheapest way to get from Bratislava to Merano is to bus which costs €45 - €110 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bratislava to Merano is to drive which takes 7h 11m and costs €95 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Bratislava and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Bratislava to Merano. However, there are services departing from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy and arriving at Meran via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bratislava and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Bratislava to Merano. However, there are services departing from Bratislava-Petrzalka and arriving at Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Bratislava to Merano?

The distance between Bratislava and Merano is 731 km. The road distance is 623.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bratislava to Merano without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 9h 18m and costs €110 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 9h 18m to get from Bratislava to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Merano bus from?

Bratislava to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy station.

Where do I catch the Bratislava to Merano train from?

Bratislava to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Bratislava-Petrzalka station.

Train or bus from Bratislava to Merano?

The best way to get from Bratislava to Merano is to train via Innsbruck which takes 9h 18m and costs €110 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 10h 35m.

Where does the Bratislava to Merano bus arrive?

Bratislava to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where does the Bratislava to Merano train arrive?

Bratislava to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Bratislava to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Bratislava to Merano is 624 km. It takes approximately 7h 11m to drive from Bratislava to Merano.

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

Book your Bratislava to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bratislava to Merano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

Bratislava to Merano - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Bratislava to Merano by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 18m
€115–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus N882
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
10h 35m
€48–103
Drive 623.6 km
1. Drive from Bratislava to Meranocar 623.6 km
7h 11m
€98–141
Bus, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane VIE - INN
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain
7h 14m
€123–315
Train
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Wien Hbftrain 7776 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bolzano Bozentrain Rjx
9h 54m
€89–154
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Wien Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 18m
€110–179
Bus, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane VIE - BGY
3. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranobus
8h 44m
€92–290
Bus, fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Bratislava to Vienna International Airportbus
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane VIE - VCE
3. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
4. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain
9h 26m
€85–315

Bratislava to Merano by train

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9h 18mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bratislava to Merano.

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Distance: 730.5 km
Duration: 9h 18m

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

You can take a train from Bratislava-Petrzalka to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Meran via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße in around 10h 35m.

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