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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Merano is to drive which costs €90 - €140 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Merano is to fly and train which takes 6h 33m and costs €95 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Merano. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Merano via Malpensa Airport - Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Merano. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 31m.

How far is it from Geneva to Merano?

The distance between Geneva and Merano is 801 km. The road distance is 547.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs €85 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 10h 45m to get from Geneva to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Merano bus from?

Geneva to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Merano train from?

Geneva to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train or bus from Geneva to Merano?

The best way to get from Geneva to Merano is to bus which takes 10h 45m and costs €85 - €190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €310 and takes 11h 31m.

Where does the Geneva to Merano bus arrive?

Geneva to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - Milan station.

Where does the Geneva to Merano train arrive?

Geneva to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Merano is 548 km. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Geneva to Merano.

How do I get a train ticket from Geneva to Merano?

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2538+ hotels available in Merano.

Geneva to Merano - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Geneva to Merano by bus, train, car, 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.

Bus
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1. Take the bus from Geneva to Malpensa Airport - MilanN1524
2. Take the bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Merano
10h 45m
€89–182
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofRjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
11h 31m
€165–307
Drive 547.9 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Merano547.9 km
6h 45m
€94–136
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)GVA - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bolzano-Bozen
6h 33m
€99–234
Bus via Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
1. Take the bus from Lancy Pont Rouge Gare-Etoile P+R to Gare Routière272
2. Take the bus from Annecy - Bus Station to Milan Bergamo - Airport
3. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
13h 52m
€90–174
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)GVA - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
8h 55m
€137–395
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)GVA - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
7h 41m
€139–356

Geneva to Merano by train

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11h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 800.7 km
Duration: 10h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Geneva to Merano via Malpensa Airport - Milan in around 10h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 11h 31m.

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