What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano is to bus which costs €50 - €100 and takes 14h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano is to drive which takes 8h and costs €120 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen Hbf station to Merano. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at Meran via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Merano?

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

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Merano?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Merano is 699 km. The road distance is 802.7 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Merano without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano without a car is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs €140 - €310.

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Merano?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Essen Hbf to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Merano bus from?

Essen Hbf to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Merano train from?

Essen Hbf to Merano train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen Hbf to Merano?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Merano is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs €140 - €310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €100 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Merano bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Essen Hbf and Merano?

Merano is 1h ahead of Essen Hbf. It is currently 12:03 AM in Essen Hbf and 1:03 AM in Merano.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Merano train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Merano train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Merano is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Essen Hbf to Merano.

How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Merano?

Book your Essen Hbf to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2522+ hotels available in Merano.

Essen Hbf to Merano - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, line 201 bus, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Merano by plane, bus, train, night train, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport, line 201 bus
best
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Bolzano Dolomiti Airport (BZO)DUS - BZO
2. Take the bus from Bolzano - Via Longon to Terme Merano
6h 4m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Bolzano SouthN537
14h 45m
€51–96
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbf41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Bolzano-Bozen89
11h 16m
€140–310
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofNj
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
16h 11m
€121–476
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)DUS - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
9h 5m
€139–417
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)DUS - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
8h 28m
€104–456
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)DUS - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
10h 50m
€120–384
Drive 802.7 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Merano802.7 km
8h
€124–179
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Fulda
2. Take the car train from Fulda to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Merano
8h 5m
€170–223

Essen Hbf to Merano by train and bus

53Weekly Services

11h 16mAverage Duration

€140Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essen Hbf to Merano.

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Distance: 698.6 km
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Terme Merano via München Hbf, Bolzano/Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 11h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Bolzano South 4 times a week. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 13h 15m.

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