What is the cheapest way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore is to train which costs €40 - €80 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Merano and arriving at Angera, Della Vittoria,Imbarcadero via Malpensa Aeroporto T1,stazione and Varese, V. Veneto 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Locarno via Bolzano-Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Merano and Lake Maggiore is 433 km. The road distance is 380.9 km.

How do I travel from Merano to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs €40 - €80.

How long does it take to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Merano to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, depart from Merano station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lake Maggiore train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs €40 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €95 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Merano to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Merano to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - Milan station.

Where does the Merano to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Lake Maggiore is 381 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Merano to Lake Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 5122+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore 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 Locarnotrain Re 80
7h 25m
€43–77
Train via Verona
cheapest
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 Locarnotrain
7h 36m
€41–141
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meran to Bergamobus 407
2. Take the bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Piazza Luigi di Savoiabus
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarnotrain
7h 33m
€64–139
Drive 380.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Stresacar 380.9 km
3h 44m
€60–86
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanbus
8h 5m
€68–92

Merano to Lake Maggiore by bus and train

7Weekly Services

7h 25mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore.

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Distance: 433.5 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Terme Merano to Locarno via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, and Milano Centrale in around 7h 25m. 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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