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

The cheapest way to get from Linz to Merano is to drive which costs €60 - €95 and takes 4h 50m.

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 €60 - €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 Bus Stop and arriving at Meran via Munich central bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

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 Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Linz to Merano?

The distance between Linz and Merano is 468 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 which takes 6h 38m and costs €60 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m 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 Arda-Tur, depart from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Linz to Merano train from?

Linz to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Linz Hbf station.

Train or bus from Linz to Merano?

The best way to get from Linz to Merano is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs €60 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €150 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Linz to Merano bus arrive?

Linz to Merano bus services, operated by Arda-Tur, arrive at Munich Hackerbrücke station.

Where does the Linz to Merano train arrive?

Linz to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof 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?

Book your Linz to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

Linz to Merano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Linz 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
best
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Bolzano Bozentrain Rjx
6h 38m
€60–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Munich Hackerbrückebus Arda-Tur
2. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Meranbus 095
9h 20m
€34–147
Drive 397.1 km
1. Drive from Linz to Meranocar 397.1 km
4h 50m
€65–93
Train via Innsbruck
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 19m
€61–120
Train via Rosenheim
1. Take the train from Linz Hbf to Rosenheimtrain 960 / ...
2. Take the train from Rosenheim to Brennero - Brennertrain 89
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 57m
€69–134

Linz to Merano by train and bus

8Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 468.3 km
Duration: 6h 38m

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

Railjet operates a train from Linz Hbf to Bolzano Bozen once daily. Tickets cost €60–95 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linz Industriezeile Bus Stop to Meran via Munich Hackerbrücke and Munich central bus station in around 9h 20m.

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