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

The cheapest way to get from Carrara to Merano is to train via Brescia which costs €45 - €75 and takes 9h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrara to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Carrara and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrara to Merano. However, there are services departing from Piazza Matteotti and arriving at Merano via Marina di Carrara - Piazza Ingolstadt, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and Orio al Serio Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Carrara to Merano?

The distance between Carrara and Merano is 509 km. The road distance is 380 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrara to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs €45 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Carrara to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrara to Merano bus from?

Carrara to Merano bus services, operated by Autostradale, depart from Marina di Carrara - Piazza Ingolstadt station.

Train or bus from Carrara to Merano?

The best way to get from Carrara to Merano is to train which takes 7h 26m and costs €45 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Carrara to Merano bus arrive?

Carrara to Merano bus services, operated by Autostradale, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Can I drive from Carrara to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrara to Merano is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Carrara to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2560+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carrara to Merano 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 (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Carrara-Avenza to Firenze S.M.N.train Re
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
7h 26m
€48–84
Train via Brescia
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carrara Avenza to Bresciatrain Trenord
2. Take the train from Brescia to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
9h 26m
€45–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Marina di Carrara - Piazza Ingolstadt to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bergamobus 423 / ...
3. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranobus
10h 24m
€81–127
Drive 380 km
1. Drive from Carrara to Meranocar 380 km
4h 35m
€59–84
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from La Spezia to Veronabus N1508
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
14h
€50–98

Carrara to Merano by train and bus (Trenitalia)

41Weekly Services

7h 26mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carrara to Merano.

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Distance: 508.6 km
Duration: 7h 26m

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

You can take a train from Carrara-Avenza to Terme Merano via Firenze S.M.N., Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Piazza Matteotti to Merano via Colombo/Rinchiosa Dir.Ovest, Marina di Carrara - Piazza Ingolstadt, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bergamo, and Orio al Serio Airport in around 10h 24m.

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