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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Budapest is to bus which costs 20 000 Ft - 40 000 Ft and takes 14h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Budapest is to bus and fly which takes 7h 49m and costs 37 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 42m.

How far is it from Merano to Budapest?

The distance between Merano and Budapest is 900 km. The road distance is 764 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Budapest without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 10h 42m and costs 24 000 Ft - 75 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 10h 42m to get from Merano to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Budapest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Budapest train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Budapest?

The best way to get from Merano to Budapest is to train via Innsbruck which takes 10h 42m and costs 24 000 Ft - 75 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 20 000 Ft - 40 000 Ft and takes 14h 35m.

Where does the Merano to Budapest bus arrive?

Merano to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Merano to Budapest train arrive?

Merano to Budapest train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Budapest is 764 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Merano to Budapest.

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

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

Book your Merano to Budapest bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

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Merano to Budapest - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Merano to Budapest by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - BrennerRe
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Wien HbfRjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-KelenfoeldEc
10h 42m
Ft 24,022–74,093
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-PályaudvarN874
14h 35m
Ft 20,019–39,766
Drive 764 km
1. Drive from Merano to Budapest764 km
8h 52m
Ft 45,368–65,531
Train to Innsbruck Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brenner
2. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)INN - BUD
9h 22m
Ft 59,222–164,393
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Wien HbfRjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-KelenfoeldEc
11h 43m
Ft 36,542–70,340
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - BrennerRe
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Hbf to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
15h 1m
Bus to Il Caravaggio International Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take the bus from Merano to Orio al Serio Airport
2. Fly from Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)BGY - BUD
7h 49m
Ft 37,538–91,730
Train to Innsbruck Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brenner
2. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)INN - VIE
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
8h 53m
Ft 46,622–152,093
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to München Ost
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)MUC - BUD
10h 2m
Ft 51,473–110,698

Merano to Budapest by train

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10h 42mAverage Duration

Ft 24,022Cheapest Price

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Distance: 900.4 km
Duration: 10h 42m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Wien Hbf in around 10h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar 5 times a week. Tickets cost Ft 18,000–37,000 and the journey takes 13h 5m.

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