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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Merano is to drive which takes 5h and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Karlsruhe station to Merano. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe central train station and arriving at Meran via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Merano?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Merano is 612 km. The road distance is 459.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Merano without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 51m and costs €55 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Karlsruhe to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Merano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Merano?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Merano is to train which takes 8h 55m and costs €110 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Merano bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Munich central bus station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Merano is 460 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Karlsruhe to Merano.

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Merano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2530+ hotels available in Merano.

Karlsruhe to Merano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Merano by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hbf to Stuttgart HbfRe
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Pasing60 / ...
3. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Meran095
8h 51m
€56–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Munich central bus stationN952 / ...
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Meran095
9h 5m
€35–68
Train
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to München Hbf60
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Bolzano-Bozen89
8h 55m
€111–128
Drive 459.6 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Merano459.6 km
5h
€72–104

Karlsruhe to Merano by train and bus

18Weekly Services

8h 51mAverage Duration

€56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 611.7 km
Duration: 8h 51m

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

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Terme Merano via München Hbf, Bolzano/Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 8h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Meran via Munich central bus station in around 9h 5m.

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