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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Merano is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 15m.

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 Meran via Bergamo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Merano Meran via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova and Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Lugano to Merano?

The distance between Lugano and Merano is 402 km. The road distance is 255.2 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 22m and costs €60 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m 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.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Merano train from?

Lugano to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), 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 22m and costs €60 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Lugano to Merano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lugano to Merano train arrive?

Lugano to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale 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 train ticket from Lugano to Merano?

Book your Lugano to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lugano to Merano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2712+ hotels available in Merano.

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

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

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
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 22m
€63–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Bergamobus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Bergamo to Meranbus 407
7h 15m
€25–44
Drive 255.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Meranocar 255.2 km
4h 20m
€45–65
Train, shuttle
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train S50
2. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
6h 40m
€66–92
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 26m
€67–158

Lugano to Merano by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lugano to Merano.

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Distance: 401.7 km
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Merano Meran via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, and Bolzano Bozen in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Meran via Bergamo in around 7h 15m.

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