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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Austria is to bus which costs €40 - €80 and takes 11h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Austria is to drive which takes 6h 7m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Austria. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Stephansplatz via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Merano to Austria?

The distance between Merano and Austria is 659 km. The road distance is 567.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Austria without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 8h 24m and costs €95 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Merano to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Austria train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Austria?

The best way to get from Merano to Austria is to train via Innsbruck which takes 8h 24m and costs €95 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 11h 13m.

Where does the Merano to Austria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Austria?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Austria is 568 km. It takes approximately 6h 7m to drive from Merano to Austria.

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4811+ hotels available in Austria.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Austria by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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 via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
8h 24m
€95–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 095
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Vienna Erdbergbus FlixBus N1290 / ...
11h 13m
€44–76
Drive 567.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Viennacar 567.9 km
6h 7m
€94–136
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
8h 40m
€89–128
Train via Salzburg
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Nj
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
9h 38m
€54–217

Merano to Austria by train and subway

97Weekly Services

8h 24mAverage Duration

€95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 659.5 km
Duration: 8h 24m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Stephansplatz via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Wien Hbf, and Südtiroler Pl. - Hbf. in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Stephansplatz via Merano-Maia Bassa, Meran, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Vienna Erdberg, and Erdberg in around 11h 13m.

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