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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Aarau is to drive which costs SFr 50 - SFr 75 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Aarau is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Aarau via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Merano to Aarau?

The distance between Merano and Aarau is 471 km. The road distance is 321.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Aarau without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 7m and costs SFr 60 - SFr 120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Merano to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Aarau train from?

Merano to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.

Where does the Merano to Aarau train arrive?

Merano to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Aarau is 322 km. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Merano to Aarau.

How do I get a train ticket from Merano to Aarau?

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

There are 450+ hotels available in Aarau.

Merano to Aarau - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merano to Aarau by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Zurich Bus Stationbus 488
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
8h 7m
CHF 61–112
Drive 321.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Merano to Aaraucar 321.6 km
4h 22m
CHF 51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
8h 16m
CHF 85–152

Merano to Aarau by bus and train

2Weekly Services

8h 7mAverage Duration

CHF 61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 471.5 km
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Aarau via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 8h 16m.

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