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

The cheapest way to get from Elmshorn to Merano is to bus which costs €55 - €100 and takes 19h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elmshorn to Merano is to car train and drive which takes 8h 27m and costs €140 - €900.

Is there a direct train between Elmshorn and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Elmshorn to Merano. However, there are services departing from Elmshorn and arriving at Merano Meran via Hamburg Dammtor, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Elmshorn to Merano?

The distance between Elmshorn and Merano is 1043 km. The road distance is 1017.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 19h 2m and costs €55 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Elmshorn to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmshorn to Merano train from?

Elmshorn to Merano train services, operated by Nightjet, depart from Hamburg Dammtor station.

Train or bus from Elmshorn to Merano?

The best way to get from Elmshorn to Merano is to bus which takes 19h 2m and costs €55 - €100. Alternatively, you can train via Hanover, which costs €140 - €340 and takes 13h 18m.

Where does the Elmshorn to Merano train arrive?

Elmshorn to Merano train services, operated by Nightjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Elmshorn to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmshorn to Merano is 1018 km. It takes approximately 9h 28m to drive from Elmshorn to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

Elmshorn to Merano - 10 ways to travel via train, car train, car, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Elmshorn to Merano by car train, car, bus, night train, train, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Car train, drive
best
1. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to München Ostcartrain 1393
2. Drive from München Ost to Meranocar
8h 27m
€140–862
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus N05
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
19h 2m
€58–99
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Hamburg Dammtor to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhofnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
18h 15m
€115–338
Drive 1,017.9 km
1. Drive from Elmshorn to Meranocar 1,017.9 km
9h 28m
€157–226
Train via Hanover
1. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain 25 / ...
2. Take the train from Hannover Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 25 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
13h 18m
€144–333
Train
1. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
17h 13m
€105–148
Train, fly to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, line 201 bus
1. Take the train from Elmshorn to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO)plane HAM - BZO
3. Take the bus from Bolzano - Via Longon to Terme Meranobus
6h 54m
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane HAM - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozentrain
9h 28m
€161–410
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane HAM - INN
2. Take the train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Merano Merantrain
8h 40m
€142–392
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane HAM - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain
11h 1m
€129–350

Elmshorn to Merano by train, foot, and bus

5Weekly Services

19h 2mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,043.3 km
Duration: 8h 27m

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

You can take a train from Elmshorn to Meran via Hamburg Hbf, Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof, and Innsbruck Südbahnstraße in around 19h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Elmshorn to Terme Merano via Hamburg Dammtor, Hannover Hauptbahnhof, München Hbf, Bolzano/Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 13h 18m.

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