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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Locarno is to train which costs SFr 23 - SFr 80 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Locarno is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Merano and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio and Brissago, Posta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Merano to Locarno?

The distance between Merano and Locarno is 433 km. The road distance is 284.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Merano to Locarno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Locarno bus from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Locarno?

The best way to get from Merano to Locarno is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs SFr 23 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 85 - SFr 120 and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the Merano to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Locarno is 284 km. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Merano to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2463+ hotels available in Locarno.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Locarno 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 CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe 80
7h 21m
CHF 23–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meran to Bergamo407
2. Take the bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Piazza Luigi di Savoia
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
7h 33m
CHF 58–130
Drive 284.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Locarno284.1 km
4h 14m
CHF 46–66
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Verona Porta Nuova89
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Locarno
7h 38m
CHF 35–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1 to Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio35
10h 3m
CHF 86–113

Merano to Locarno by bus and train

10Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

CHF 23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Locarno.

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Distance: 433.5 km
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Locarno, Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Terme Merano to Locarno via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, and Milano Centrale in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merano to Locarno, Debarcadero via Malpensa Airport - Milan, Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 1, Verbania - Intra - Corso Mameli - Imbarcadero Vecchio, and Brissago, Posta in around 10h 3m.

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