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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Novara is to train which costs €20 - €27 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Novara is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Novara?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Novara. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Novara via Meran. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Novara?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Novara. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Novara via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Merano to Novara?

The distance between Merano and Novara is 374 km. The road distance is 344.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Novara without a car is to train via Verona which takes 5h 50m and costs €45 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Merano to Novara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Novara bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Novara train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Novara?

The best way to get from Merano to Novara is to train via Verona which takes 5h 50m and costs €45 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Merano to Novara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merano to Novara train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Novara?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Novara is 345 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Merano to Novara.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Novara?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Novara 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 Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Novaratrain
5h 50m
€46–108
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Milano Porta Garibalditrain Re6
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Novaratrain S6
7h 4m
€21–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meran to Novarabus 407
7h 9m
€25–45
Drive 344.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Novaracar 344.9 km
3h 23m
€54–78
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
6h 53m
€162–227

Merano to Novara by train

104Weekly Trains

5h 50mAverage Duration

€46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Novara.

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Distance: 374.1 km
Duration: 5h 50m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Novara via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meran to Novara twice daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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