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 €18 - €35 and takes 6h 23m.

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 €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Grainau and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Grainau to Merano. However, there are services departing from Untergrainau, Dorfplatz and arriving at Terme Merano via Garmisch-Partenkirchen station, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

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 do I catch the Grainau to Merano train from?

Grainau to Merano train services, operated by Österreichische Bundesbahnen, depart from Mittenwald station.

Train or bus from Grainau to Merano?

The best way to get from Grainau to Merano is to bus which takes 6h 9m and costs €40 - €60. Alternatively, you can line 6 train and train, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Grainau to Merano bus arrive?

Grainau to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where does the Grainau to Merano train arrive?

Grainau to Merano train services, operated by Österreichische Bundesbahnen, arrive at Innsbruck Westbahnhof 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 2775+ hotels available in Merano.

Grainau to Merano - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 6 train

Q: Is there a direct train between Grainau and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Grainau to Merano. However, there are services departing from Grainau and arriving at Merano Meran via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Mittenwald, Innsbruck Westbahnhof, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

There are 6 ways to get from Grainau to Merano by bus, train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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
€43–58
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 23m
€19–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Garmisch-Partenkirchen station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 040 / ...
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
6h 47m
€30–55
Drive 170 km
1. Drive from Grainau to Meranocar 170 km
2h 23m
€27–39
Line 6 train, train
1. Take the train from Mittenwald to Innsbruck Westbahnhoftrain 6
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 25m
€59–91
Train
1. Take the train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Allerheiligenhöfetrain S6
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 30m
€41–63

Grainau to Merano by bus, foot, and train

42Weekly Services

6h 47mAverage Duration

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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 €12–21 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Grainau to Merano Meran via Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Mittenwald, Innsbruck Westbahnhof, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 7h 25m.

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