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

The cheapest way to get from Grainau to Merano is to bus via Innsbruck which costs €19 - €35 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grainau to Merano is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Grainau and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Grainau station to Merano. However, there are services departing from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station and arriving at Bolzano South via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Grainau to Merano?

The distance between Grainau and Merano is 216 km. The road distance is 170 km.

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

The best way to get from Grainau to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs €40 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Grainau to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grainau to Merano bus from?

Grainau to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station.

Where does the Grainau to Merano bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grainau to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Grainau to Merano is 170 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Grainau to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2762+ hotels available in Merano.

Grainau to Merano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 5401 train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Grainau to Merano by bus, train, or car

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Bolzano Southbus 486
6h 9m
€45–60
Bus via Innsbruck
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 040 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
6h 21m
€20–34
Train, bus, line 5401 train
1. Take the train from Grainau to Garmisch-Partenkirchentrain
2. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Scharnitzbus Rb6
3. Take the train from Scharnitz to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
5. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 41m
Drive 170 km
1. Drive from Grainau to Meranocar 170 km
2h 23m
€27–39

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Grainau to Merano.

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Distance: 216 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Bolzano South once daily. Tickets cost €14–23 and the journey takes 3h 9m.

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