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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

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 - €85.

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 Meran and arriving at Arona - Stazione Ferroviaria via Bolzano South and Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

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 Arona via Bolzano-Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Merano and Lake Maggiore is 388 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 6h 45m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South 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 6h 45m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Merano to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Merano to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at 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.

How do I get a train ticket from Merano to Lake Maggiore?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or shuttle

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
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Milanbus N95
7h 30m
€37–62
Drive 380.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Stresacar 380.9 km
3h 44m
€59–85
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
6h 30m
€76–99
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 59m
€41–139

Merano to Lake Maggiore by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore.

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Distance: 387.7 km
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Terme Merano to Arona via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Milan once daily. Tickets cost €19–40 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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