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

The cheapest way to get from Lienz to Merano is to train which costs €28 - €50 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lienz to Merano is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Lienz and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lienz to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lienz Bahnhof and arriving at Terme Merano via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Lienz and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Lienz to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lienz In Osttirol and arriving at Merano Meran via Fortezza/Franzensfes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Lienz to Merano?

The distance between Lienz and Merano is 187 km. The road distance is 178.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lienz to Merano without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €28 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Lienz to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lienz to Merano bus from?

Lienz to Merano bus services, operated by Ötztaler Verkehrsgesellschaft, depart from Lienz Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Lienz to Merano train from?

Lienz to Merano train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Lienz In Osttirol station.

Train or bus from Lienz to Merano?

The best way to get from Lienz to Merano is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €100 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Lienz to Merano bus arrive?

Lienz to Merano bus services, operated by Ötztaler Verkehrsgesellschaft, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Where does the Lienz to Merano train arrive?

Lienz to Merano train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Fortezza/Franzensfes station.

Can I drive from Lienz to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lienz to Merano is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Lienz to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2585+ hotels available in Merano.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Lienz to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfestrain 1840
2. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano Merantrain Re
4h 55m
€28–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lienz Bahnhof to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhofbus 960X
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
6h 59m
€67–96
Drive 178.6 km
1. Drive from Lienz to Meranocar 178.6 km
2h 23m
€33–47
Train via Rio di Pusteria
1. Take the train from Lienz to Fortezzatrain 400
2. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano Merantrain Re
5h 11m
€49–68

Lienz to Merano by train

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.9 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Lienz, Tyrol, Austria and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Lienz In Osttirol to Merano Meran via Fortezza/Franzensfes in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lienz Bahnhof to Terme Merano via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Kaiserschützenplatz, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 6h 59m.

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