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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 23 - SFr 75 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Lugano is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 60.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Lugano?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Merano and arriving at Lugano via Bergamo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Merano to Lugano?

The distance between Merano and Lugano is 399 km. The road distance is 254.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Lugano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 6h 3m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Merano to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lugano bus from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Lugano?

The best way to get from Merano to Lugano is to train via Verona which takes 6h 3m and costs SFr 29 - SFr 80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 60 - SFr 110 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Merano to Lugano bus arrive?

Merano to Lugano bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, arrive at Orio al Serio Airport station.

Can I drive from Merano to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Lugano is 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Merano to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 5936+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Lugano 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 via Verona
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta NuovaFr
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano CentraleFr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
6h 3m
CHF 30–76
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoRe80 / ...
6h 21m
CHF 24–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merano, Stazione to Rovato
2. Take the train from Rovato to Milano CentraleR4
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LuganoEc
6h 21m
Drive 254.5 km
1. Drive from Merano to Lugano254.5 km
4h 16m
CHF 42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merano to Orio al Serio Airport
2. Take the bus from Bergamo to Lugano401 / ...
7h 29m
CHF 61–101

Merano to Lugano by bus and train

138Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

CHF 30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 398.7 km
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Terme Merano to Lugano via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merano to Lugano via Orio al Serio Airport and Bergamo in around 7h 29m.

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