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

The cheapest way to get from Kriens to Merano is to drive which costs €50 - €80 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kriens to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Kriens and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Kriens to Merano. However, there are services departing from Kriens, Schachenstrasse and arriving at Meran via Luthern, Zurich Bus Station and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Kriens and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Kriens to Merano. However, there are services departing from Luzern Allmend/Messe and arriving at Merano Meran via Luzern, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Kriens to Merano?

The distance between Kriens and Merano is 489 km. The road distance is 307.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kriens to Merano without a car is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs €140 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Kriens to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Merano bus from?

Kriens to Merano bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, depart from Luthern station.

Where do I catch the Kriens to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Kriens to Merano?

The best way to get from Kriens to Merano is to train which takes 9h 40m and costs €140 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €85 - €120 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the Kriens to Merano bus arrive?

Kriens to Merano bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, arrive at Zurich station.

Where does the Kriens to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kriens to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Kriens to Merano is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Kriens to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Kriens to Merano by train (Trenitalia), 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
best
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain Ir / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 40m
€145–247
Drive 307.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Kriens to Meranocar 307.6 km
4h 7m
€53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luthern to Zurichbus
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
11h 27m
€88–117
Train via Lustenau
1. Take the train from Luzern to Wattwiltrain Vae
2. Take the train from Wattwil to St. Margrethen SGtrain S4
3. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
11h 57m

Kriens to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

9h 40mAverage Duration

€145Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kriens to Merano.

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Distance: 489.3 km
Duration: 9h 40m

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

You can take a train from Luzern Allmend/Messe to Merano Meran via Luzern, Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kriens, Schachenstrasse to Meran via Luzern, Bahnhof, Luthern, Zurich Bus Station, and Bolzano South in around 11h 27m.

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