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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lofer is to drive which costs €35 - €55 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Lofer is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Lofer?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Lofer. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband via Meran, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße Ersatzhaltestelle, Innsbruck Hbf, Kaprun Ortsmitte and Zell am See Postplatz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Lofer?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Lofer. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at St. Johann In Tirol via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Merano to Lofer?

The distance between Merano and Lofer is 285 km. The road distance is 222.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Lofer without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €45 - €180.

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

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Lofer bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Lofer train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Lofer?

The best way to get from Merano to Lofer is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €45 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Merano to Lofer bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merano to Lofer train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Lofer?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Lofer is 222 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Merano to Lofer.

Where can I stay near Lofer?

There are 3375+ hotels available in Lofer.

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There are 3 ways to get from Merano to Lofer by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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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 St. Johann In Tiroltrain 513 / ...
6h 31m
€49–171
Drive 222.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Merano to Lofercar 222.5 km
2h 59m
€37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meran to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 095
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Hbf to Kaprun Ortsmittebus
8h 27m

Merano to Lofer by train and bus

65Weekly Services

6h 31mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 284.8 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, St. Johann In Tirol, and St. Johann i. T. Bahnhof in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Lofer Mittelschule/Tourismusverband via Merano-Maia Bassa, Meran, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße Ersatzhaltestelle, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Innsbruck Hbf, Kaprun Ortsmitte, and Zell am See Postplatz in around 8h 27m.

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