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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Arona is to bus and train which costs €24 - €50 and takes 6h 49m.

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 - €85.

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 Merano and arriving at Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria via Malpensa Airport - Milan and Bellinzago Novarese - Via Liberta'. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

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 57m.

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 Alto Adige Bus, depart from Merano 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 €75 - €100 and takes 8h 17m.

Where does the Merano to Arona bus arrive?

Merano to Arona bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - 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 3045+ hotels available in Arona.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Arona by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, 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.

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, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 407
2. Take the train from Rho Fiera Milano to Aronatrain Re 4 / ...
6h 49m
€24–50
Drive 358.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Aronacar 358.9 km
3h 33m
€56–81
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 57m
€41–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanbus
8h 17m
€77–100

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, Alto Adige Bus operates a bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milan 5 times a day. Tickets cost €60–90 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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