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

The cheapest way to get from Chiasso to Merate is to drive which costs €7 - €11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiasso to Merate is to drive which takes 41 min and costs €7 - €11.

Is there a direct train between Chiasso and Merate?

No, there is no direct train from Chiasso to Merate. However, there are services departing from Chiasso and arriving at Cernusco-Merate via Monza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Chiasso to Merate?

The distance between Chiasso and Merate is 57 km. The road distance is 40.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiasso to Merate without a car is to train via Monza which takes 1h 24m and costs €22 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Chiasso to Merate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiasso to Merate train from?

Chiasso to Merate train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Chiasso station.

Train or bus from Chiasso to Merate?

The best way to get from Chiasso to Merate is to train via Monza which takes 1h 24m and costs €22 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €60 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Chiasso to Merate train arrive?

Chiasso to Merate train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Monza station.

Can I drive from Chiasso to Merate?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiasso to Merate is 40 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Chiasso to Merate.

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

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Where can I stay near Merate?

There are 3202+ hotels available in Merate.

Chiasso to Merate - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chiasso to Merate by train, bus, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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 Monza
best
1. Take the train from Chiasso to MonzaRe80
2. Take the train from Monza to Cernusco-MerateS8 / ...
1h 24m
€22–40
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiasso to MonzaS11 / ...
2. Take the train from Monza to Cernusco-MerateS8 / ...
1h 27m
€5–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Como San Giovanni to MerateC46
2h 17m
€8–60
Drive 40.1 km
1. Drive from Chiasso to Merate40.1 km
41 min
€7–11

Chiasso to Merate by train and foot

115Weekly Services

1h 24mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.8 km
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Chiasso, Switzerland and Merate, Italy?

You can take a train from Chiasso to Cernusco-Merate via Monza and Monza in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, ASF Autolinee S.r.l. operates a bus from Como San Giovanni to Merate 5 times a day. Tickets cost €7–10 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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