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 2h 59m.

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 2h 59m 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 23m.

How far is it from Lofer to Merano?

The distance between Lofer and Merano is 282 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 which takes 6h 17m and costs €30 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m 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 which takes 6h 17m and costs €30 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 23m.

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 2h 59m to drive from Lofer to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2526+ 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, 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 St. Johann In Tirol to Woergl HbfRe / ...
2. Take the train from Wörgl Hbf to Bolzano-Bozen89
6h 17m
€31–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband to Salzburg Makartplatz E260
2. Take the bus from Salzburg South to Innsbruck Südbahnstraße
3. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meran095
8h 23m
€50–83
Drive 223.3 km
1. Drive from Lofer to Merano223.3 km
2h 59m
€37–53
Train via Innsbruck
1. Take the train from St. Johann In Tirol to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofEc
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano MeranRe
6h 53m
€42–91

Lofer to Merano by bus and train

20Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.7 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband to Terme Merano via St. Johann i. T. Bahnhof, St. Johann In Tirol, Wörgl Hbf, Bolzano/Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 6h 17m. 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 23m.

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