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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Merano is to train via Milan which costs €25 - €35 and takes 7h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs €45 - €75.

How far is it from Locarno to Merano?

The distance between Locarno and Merano is 433 km. The road distance is 285.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs €75 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Locarno to Merano, including transfers.

Train or bus from Locarno to Merano?

The best way to get from Locarno to Merano is to train which takes 7h 6m and costs €75 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 9h 42m.

Can I drive from Locarno to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Merano is 285 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Locarno to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Locarno to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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 Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
7h 6m
€77–149
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re 80
2. Take the train from Milano Lambrate to Bolzano-Bozentrain Re 6 / ...
7h 59m
€25–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 076
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bergamobus 423 / ...
3. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranobus
9h 42m
€78–145
Drive 285.2 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Meranocar 285.2 km
4h 13m
€50–72
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Re
7h 36m
€68–194

Locarno to Merano by train and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Locarno to Merano.

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Distance: 433.3 km
Duration: 7h 6m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Terme Merano via Milano Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Locarno, Debarcadero to Merano via Bellinzona, Stazione, Bellinzona, Castione-Arbedo, Bellinzona, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Bergamo, and Orio al Serio Airport in around 9h 42m.

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