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

The cheapest way to get from Lofer to Merano is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lofer to Merano is to drive which takes 3h and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Lofer and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lofer to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband and arriving at Meran via Salzburg Makartplatz A, Salzburg South and Innsbruck Südbahnstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

How far is it from Lofer to Merano?

The distance between Lofer and Merano is 284 km. The road distance is 223.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lofer to Merano without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 7h and costs €65 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Lofer to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lofer to Merano bus from?

Lofer to Merano bus services, operated by Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh, depart from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband station.

Train or bus from Lofer to Merano?

The best way to get from Lofer to Merano is to train via Innsbruck which takes 7h and costs €65 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €75 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Lofer to Merano bus arrive?

Lofer to Merano bus services, operated by Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh, arrive at Salzburg Makartplatz E station.

Can I drive from Lofer to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lofer to Merano is 223 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Lofer to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2626+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Lofer 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 via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from St. Johann In Tirol to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain 510 / ...
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h
€68–103
Drive 223.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Lofer to Meranocar 223.3 km
3h
€36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband to Salzburg Makartplatz Ebus 260
2. Take the bus from Salzburg South to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus
3. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
8h 34m
€49–75
Train
1. Take the train from St. Johann In Tirol to Woergl Hbftrain 510 / ...
2. Take the train from Wörgl Hbf to Brennero - Brennertrain 89
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 1m
€59–88

Lofer to Merano by bus and train

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7hAverage Duration

€68Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.4 km
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband to Merano Meran via St. Johann i. T. Bahnhof, St. Johann In Tirol, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband to Meran via Salzburg Makartplatz E, Salzburg Makartplatz A, Salzburg Alpensiedlung P+R, Salzburg South, and Innsbruck Südbahnstraße in around 8h 34m.

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