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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Merano is to bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Merano is to fly and bus which takes 8h 39m and costs €90 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Merano. However, there are services departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Meran via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Merano. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Merano Meran via Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Budapest to Merano?

The distance between Budapest and Merano is 900 km. The road distance is 763.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Merano without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 11h 16m and costs €55 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 11h 16m to get from Budapest to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Merano bus from?

Budapest to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Merano train from?

Budapest to Merano train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Merano?

The best way to get from Budapest to Merano is to train via Innsbruck which takes 11h 16m and costs €55 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €95 and takes 14h 40m.

Where does the Budapest to Merano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Budapest to Merano train arrive?

Budapest to Merano train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Merano is 763 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Budapest to Merano.

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

Book your Budapest to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Budapest to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2553+ hotels available in Merano.

Budapest to Merano - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Budapest to Merano by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofRjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
11h 16m
€57–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bolzano SouthN874
14h 40m
€51–95
Drive 763.1 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Merano763.1 km
8h 55m
€119–172
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)BUD - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
9h 45m
€153–428
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bolzano BozenRjx
11h 59m
€95–191
Train via Jenbach
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenföld to Wien Hauptbahnhof
2. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to JenbachRjx
3. Take the train from Jenbach to Brennero - Brenner89
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
12h 35m
€108–167
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)BUD - BGY
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
8h 39m
€94–246
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)VIE - INN
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
9h 22m
€122–389
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Munich International Airport (MUC)BUD - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
10h 15m
€133–329

Budapest to Merano by train

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11h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 900.4 km
Duration: 11h 16m

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

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Merano Meran via Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Bolzano South 5 times a week. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 13h 10m.

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