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

The cheapest way to get from Interlaken to Merano is to bus which costs €55 - €85 and takes 10h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Interlaken to Merano is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Interlaken and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Interlaken to Merano. However, there are services departing from Interlaken Sonnenhof and arriving at Terme Merano via Zurich Bus Station, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Interlaken and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Interlaken to Merano. However, there are services departing from Interlaken West and arriving at Merano Meran via Winterthur, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

How far is it from Interlaken to Merano?

The distance between Interlaken and Merano is 540 km. The road distance is 372.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Interlaken to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs €55 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Interlaken to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Merano bus from?

Interlaken to Merano bus services, operated by Shuttler, depart from Interlaken Sonnenhof station.

Where do I catch the Interlaken to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Interlaken to Merano?

The best way to get from Interlaken to Merano is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs €55 - €85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €120 - €260 and takes 10h 33m.

Where does the Interlaken to Merano bus arrive?

Interlaken to Merano bus services, operated by Shuttler, arrive at Zürich HB Schweizerhof station.

Where does the Interlaken to Merano train arrive?

Interlaken to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Winterthur station.

Can I drive from Interlaken to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Interlaken to Merano is 372 km. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Interlaken to Merano.

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

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

There are 7 ways to get from Interlaken to Merano by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, train, plane, or shuttle

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 Interlaken Sonnenhof to Zürich HB Schweizerhofbus
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus
3. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
10h 30m
€58–83
Train
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to Winterthurtrain
2. Take the train from Winterthur to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 33m
€121–254
Drive 372.1 km
1. Drive from Interlaken to Meranocar 372.1 km
5h 1m
€67–97
Train, fly to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane ZRH - MUC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
9h 30m
€280–539
Train via Buchs
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to Zürich HBtrain
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Buchs Sgtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Buchs Sg to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 35m
€122–233
Train, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Interlaken West to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
9h 10m
€275–489
Train, bus, shuttle
1. Take the train from Mülenen to Domodossolatrain Re1
2. Take the bus from Domodossola - Stazione Ferroviaria to Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1bus 3
3. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
11h 3m
€183–253

Interlaken to Merano by bus and foot

5Weekly Services

10h 30mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 539.5 km
Duration: 10h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Interlaken Sonnenhof to Terme Merano via Zürich HB Schweizerhof, Zurich Bus Station, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 10h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Interlaken West to Merano Meran via Winterthur, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 10h 33m.

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