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 and ferry which costs €40 - €70 and takes 8h 11m.

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 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 42m.

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 28m and costs €75 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

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.

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 5244+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Lake Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, ferry, 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 Locarnotrain Re80
7h 28m
€75–147
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Milanbus N95
2. Take the ferry from Arona to Angeraferry 24 / ...
8h 11m
€40–68
Drive 380.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Stresacar 380.9 km
3h 44m
€59–85
Shuttle, ferry
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Take the ferry from Arona to Angeraferry 24 / ...
7h 11m
€80–105
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 Locarnotrain
7h 42m
€76–212

Merano to Lake Maggiore by bus and train

7Weekly Services

7h 28mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest 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 28m

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 28m.

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