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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Merano is to train which costs €23 - €30 and takes 7h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Merano via Orio al Serio Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

How far is it from Lugano to Merano?

The distance between Lugano and Merano is 399 km. The road distance is 255.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Merano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 6h 3m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Lugano to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Merano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Merano?

The best way to get from Lugano to Merano is to train via Verona which takes 6h 3m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €130 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Lugano to Merano bus arrive?

Lugano to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bergamo station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Merano is 255 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Lugano to Merano.

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

Book your Lugano to Merano bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2482+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano 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 via Verona
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Ec
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 3m
€61–176
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re 80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Lambrate to Bolzano-Bozentrain Re 6
7h 14m
€23–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Bergamobus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranobus
7h 9m
€64–128
Drive 255.1 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Meranocar 255.1 km
4h 20m
€45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 26m
€67–126

Lugano to Merano by train and bus

115Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lugano to Merano.

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Distance: 398.5 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Terme Merano via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Merano via Bergamo and Orio al Serio Airport in around 7h 9m.

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