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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Lucerne is to bus which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Lucerne is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 75.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Luzern, Bahnhof via Bolzano, Via Cesare Battisti, Bolzano South and Zürich Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Lucerne?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Lucerne. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Luzern via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, Milano Centrale and Arth-Goldau. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Merano to Lucerne?

The distance between Merano and Lucerne is 556 km. The road distance is 305.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Lucerne without a car is to train via Milan which takes 7h 52m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Merano to Lucerne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lucerne bus from?

Merano to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Lucerne train from?

Merano to Lucerne train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bolzano Bozen station.

Train or bus from Merano to Lucerne?

The best way to get from Merano to Lucerne is to train via Milan which takes 7h 52m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Merano to Lucerne bus arrive?

Merano to Lucerne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Merano to Lucerne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Lucerne?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Lucerne is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Merano to Lucerne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lucerne?

There are 677+ hotels available in Lucerne.

Merano to Lucerne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Merano to Lucerne by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, shuttle, plane, 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 Milan
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arth-Goldautrain Ec
7h 52m
CHF 89–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 488
2. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Luzern, Bahnhofbus
10h 12m
CHF 32–50
Drive 305.6 km
1. Drive from Merano to Lucernecar 305.6 km
4h 6m
CHF 52–75
Shuttle, fly, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain
7h 57m
CHF 226–416
Train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Luzerntrain Ir / ...
9h 7m
CHF 74–133
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Moos i. P. Rathaus to Obergurgl Zentrumbus 335
2. Take the bus from Obergurgl Zentrum to Ötztal-Bahnhofbus 320
3. Take the train from Oetztal to Buchs Sgtrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Buchs SG to Uznachtrain S4
5. Take the train from Uznach to Luzerntrain Vae
12h 24m
CHF 98–163

Merano to Lucerne by train

174Weekly Trains

7h 52mAverage Duration

CHF 89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 556.5 km
Duration: 7h 52m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Luzern via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, Milano Centrale, and Arth-Goldau in around 7h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Luzern, Bahnhof via Bolzano - Via Longon, Bolzano, Via Cesare Battisti, Bolzano, Cimitero Nord, Bolzano South, Zurich Bus Station, and Zürich Hbf in around 10h 12m.

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