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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Linz is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Linz is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Linz?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Linz. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Linz Industriezeile via Meran and Innsbruck Südbahnstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Linz?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Linz. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Linz/Donau Hbf via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Merano to Linz?

The distance between Merano and Linz is 471 km. The road distance is 405.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Linz without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €65 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Merano to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Linz bus from?

Merano to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meran station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Linz train from?

Merano to Linz train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.

Train or bus from Merano to Linz?

The best way to get from Merano to Linz is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Merano to Linz bus arrive?

Merano to Linz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where does the Merano to Linz train arrive?

Merano to Linz train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Linz?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Linz is 406 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Merano to Linz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Linz by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Linz/Donau Hbftrain Rjx
6h 31m
€66–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 095
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Linz Industriezeilebus FlixBus 1921
8h 34m
€37–59
Drive 405.5 km
1. Drive from Merano to Linzcar 405.5 km
4h 35m
€68–98
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitschtrain
2. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane INN - VIE
3. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Linz/Donau Hbftrain
7h 11m
€203–476
Train via Salzburg
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Nj
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Linz Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
7h 57m
€39–139

Merano to Linz by train

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Distance: 471.5 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Linz/Donau Hbf via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Linz Industriezeile via Merano-Maia Bassa, Meran, and Innsbruck Südbahnstraße in around 8h 34m.

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