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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Arona is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Arona is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Arona?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Arona. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria via Bolzano South and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Arona?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Arona. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Arona via Bolzano-Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Merano to Arona?

The distance between Merano and Arona is 388 km. The road distance is 358.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Arona without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Merano to Arona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Arona bus from?

Merano to Arona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Arona train from?

Merano to Arona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bolzano-Bozen station.

Train or bus from Merano to Arona?

The best way to get from Merano to Arona is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Merano to Arona bus arrive?

Merano to Arona bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milan station.

Where does the Merano to Arona train arrive?

Merano to Arona train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Can I drive from Merano to Arona?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Arona is 359 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Merano to Arona.

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

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Where can I stay near Arona?

There are 3168+ hotels available in Arona.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Arona by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Aronatrain Re 4
6h 45m
€40–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Milanbus N95
7h 30m
€37–62
Drive 358.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Aronacar 358.9 km
3h 33m
€56–80
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
6h 30m
€76–99
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain 89
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Aronatrain
6h 59m
€41–139

Merano to Arona by bus and train

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 387.7 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Terme Merano to Arona via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Milan once daily. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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