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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Bologna is to bus which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Bologna is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Bologna?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Bologna Centrale via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Bologna?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Bologna. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Bologna Centrale via Bolzano-Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Merano to Bologna?

The distance between Merano and Bologna is 293 km. The road distance is 304.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Bologna without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €24 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Merano to Bologna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Bologna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Bologna train from?

Merano to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Merano Meran station.

Train or bus from Merano to Bologna?

The best way to get from Merano to Bologna is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs €24 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €40 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Merano to Bologna bus arrive?

Merano to Bologna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Merano to Bologna train arrive?

Merano to Bologna train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Bolzano Bozen station.

Can I drive from Merano to Bologna?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Bologna is 304 km. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Merano to Bologna.

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

Book your Merano to Bologna train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Merano to Bologna bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Bologna?

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Merano to Bologna - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 201 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Bologna by train, bus, 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 Merano Meran to Bolzano Bozentrain Re
2. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain 8953 / ...
4h 14m
€25–51
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Bologna Centralebus 486 / ...
5h 15m
€19–37
Drive 304.5 km
1. Drive from Merano to Bolognacar 304.5 km
2h 54m
€48–69
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terme Merano to Bolzano - Stazionebus 201
2. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
4h 21m
Line 201 bus, train via Bologna Centrale
1. Take the bus from Terme Merano to Bolzano - Stazionebus 201
2. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain 89
4h 30m

Merano to Bologna by train

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Distance: 293.4 km
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Bologna Centrale via Bolzano-Bozen in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Bologna Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €14–30 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Marino Autolinee S.p.A. also services this route once daily.

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