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 24 - SFr 45 and takes 9h 32m.

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 19m 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 Terme Merano and arriving at Lugano via Meran and Milan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

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 25m.

How far is it from Merano to Lugano?

The distance between Merano and Lugano is 401 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 25m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m 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 25m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 45 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Merano to Lugano bus arrive?

Merano to Lugano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano 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 254 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Merano to Lugano.

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

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Where can I stay near Lugano?

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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 25m
CHF 40–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 407
2. Take the bus from Milan to Luganobus FlixBus 421 / ...
9h 32m
CHF 25–44
Drive 254.5 km
1. Drive from Merano to Luganocar 254.5 km
4h 19m
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 147–200
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80
6h 41m
CHF 64–146

Merano to Lugano by train

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6h 25mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Merano to Lugano.

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Distance: 400.6 km
Duration: 6h 25m

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 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Lugano via Merano-Maia Bassa, Meran, and Milan in around 9h 32m.

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