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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Merano is to bus and train which costs €35 - €80 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Merano is to drive which takes 7h 12m and costs €110 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lyon to Merano. However, there are services departing from Lyon and arriving at Merano via Orio al Serio Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

How far is it from Lyon to Merano?

The distance between Lyon and Merano is 767 km. The road distance is 730.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Merano without a car is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs €65 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 9h 48m to get from Lyon to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Merano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Lyon to Merano?

The best way to get from Lyon to Merano is to train which takes 9h 48m and costs €65 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €80 - €150 and takes 11h 29m.

Where does the Lyon to Merano bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lyon to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Merano is 731 km. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Lyon to Merano.

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

Book your Lyon to Merano bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Merano.

Lyon to Merano - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Lyon to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, 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 Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano BozenFr
9h 48m
€69–222
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon - Perrache Bus Station to Brescia - North Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Brescia to Bolzano-BozenRe 6 / ...
13h
€38–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lyon to BergamoN406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
11h 29m
€84–144
Drive 730.6 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Merano730.6 km
7h 12m
€113–163
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)LYS - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bolzano-Bozen
9h 9m
€100–245
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen89
10h 10m
€79–262
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Munich International Airport (MUC)LYS - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
10h 26m
€139–338
Train to Geneva International Airport, fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Geneve
2. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Munich International Airport (MUC)GVA - MUC
3. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
12h 6m
€158–477
Fly Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)LYS - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuova
4. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen
10h 23m
€96–315

Lyon to Merano by train and bus

11Weekly Services

9h 48mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 766.6 km
Duration: 9h 48m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Terme Merano via Milano Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 9h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lyon to Merano via Bergamo and Orio al Serio Airport in around 11h 29m.

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