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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Linz is to train which costs €60 - €95 and takes 7h 11m.

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 33m and costs €65 - €95.

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 Hbf via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

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 via Innsbruck which takes 6h 28m and costs €40 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Merano to Linz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Linz train from?

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

Where does the Merano to Linz train arrive?

Merano to Linz train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., 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 33m to drive from Merano to Linz.

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

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Where can I stay near Linz?

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Merano to Linz - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Linz by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - BrennerRe
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Linz HbfRjx
6h 28m
€43–122
Drive 405.5 km
1. Drive from Merano to Linz405.5 km
4h 33m
€66–95
Train, fly
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 Flughafen Wien to Linz Hbf
7h 54m
€118–372
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Linz HbfRjx
7h 11m
€60–95
Train via Rosenheim
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Rosenheim89
2. Take the train from Rosenheim to Linz Hbf967 / ...
8h 2m
€65–130

Merano to Linz by train

76Weekly Trains

6h 28mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 471.5 km
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Linz Hbf via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof in around 6h 28m.

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