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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Merano is to bus which costs €50 - €110 and takes 14h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Merano is to drive which takes 8h 7m and costs €120 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen 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 and Merano?

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

How far is it from Essen to Merano?

The distance between Essen and Merano is 699 km. The road distance is 804.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Merano without a car is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs €100 - €290.

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

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Merano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Merano train from?

Essen to Merano train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Merano?

The best way to get from Essen to Merano is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs €100 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €110 and takes 14h 45m.

Where does the Essen to Merano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Merano train arrive?

Essen to Merano train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Koeln Messe/Deutz station.

Can I drive from Essen to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Merano is 805 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Essen to Merano.

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

Book your Essen to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

Essen to Merano - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, line 201 bus, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Essen 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)plane DUS - BZO
2. Take the bus from Bolzano - Via Longon to Terme Meranobus
6h 6m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Bolzano Southbus N537
14h 45m
€51–103
Train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
11h 16m
€104–290
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the night train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhofnighttrain
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
11h
€147–438
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane DUS - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozentrain
9h 8m
€144–417
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane DUS - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain
8h 31m
€121–399
Fly to Salzburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Salzburg Airport (SZG)plane DUS - SZG
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain
10h 53m
€137–392
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhofnighttrain Nj
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
16h 11m
€138–489
Drive 804.7 km
1. Drive from Essen to Meranocar 804.7 km
8h 7m
€125–181
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen to Fuldacar
2. Take the car train from Fulda to München Ostcartrain
3. Drive from München Ost to Meranocar
8h 9m
€171–224

Essen to Merano by train and bus

48Weekly Services

11h 16mAverage Duration

€104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 698.6 km
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Essen, 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 €45–95 and the journey takes 13h 15m.

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