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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Linz to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Linz and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Linz to Merano. However, there are services departing from Linz Industriezeile and arriving at Terme Merano via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Linz and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Linz to Merano. However, there are services departing from Linz Hbf and arriving at Merano Meran via Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Linz to Merano?

The distance between Linz and Merano is 467 km. The road distance is 397.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Linz to Merano without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 6h 42m and costs €35 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Linz to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Linz to Merano bus from?

Linz to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Linz Industriezeile station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Merano train from?

Linz to Merano train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Merano?

The best way to get from Linz to Merano is to train via Innsbruck which takes 6h 42m and costs €35 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Linz to Merano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Linz to Merano train arrive?

Linz to Merano train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Innsbruck Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz to Merano is 397 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Linz to Merano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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Train via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Innsbruck Hbftrain rjx 160
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
6h 42m
€39–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus FlixBus 1921
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
7h 48m
€34–56
Drive 397.1 km
1. Drive from Linz to Meranocar 397.1 km
4h 50m
€66–95
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Flughafen Wientrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane VIE - INN
3. Take the train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Merano Merantrain
7h 23m
€197–420
Train
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
6h 44m
€69–146

Linz to Merano by train and bus

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6h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 466.9 km
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hbf, Hauptbahnhof, Brennero/Brenner stazione/Bahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Industriezeile to Terme Merano via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 7h 48m.

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