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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lugano is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 15m.

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 20m 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 Meran and arriving at Lugano via Bergamo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Lugano via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Merano to Lugano?

The distance between Merano and Lugano is 401 km. The road distance is 254.6 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 23m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m 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 FlixBus, depart from Meran station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lugano train from?

Merano to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bolzano Bozen 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 23m and costs SFr 55 - SFr 160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Merano to Lugano bus arrive?

Merano to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bergamo station.

Where does the Merano to Lugano train arrive?

Merano to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Can I drive from Merano to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Lugano is 255 km. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Merano to Lugano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 4484+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

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

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 Nuovatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
6h 23m
CHF 59–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Bergamobus 407
2. Take the bus from Bergamo to Luganobus FlixBus 024
7h 15m
CHF 25–44
Drive 254.6 km
1. Drive from Merano to Luganocar 254.6 km
4h 20m
CHF 41–59
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain S50
7h 5m
CHF 148–201
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
6h 42m
CHF 64–146

Merano to Lugano by bus

5Weekly Buses

7h 15mAverage Duration

CHF 25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Lugano.

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Distance: 400.9 km
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Lugano via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meran to Lugano via Bergamo in around 7h 15m.

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