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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Olten is to drive which costs SFr 50 - SFr 80 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Olten is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 80.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Olten?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Olten. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Olten via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Merano to Olten?

The distance between Merano and Olten is 471 km. The road distance is 334.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Olten without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 4m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Merano to Olten, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Olten train from?

Merano to Olten train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., depart from Merano Meran station.

Where does the Merano to Olten train arrive?

Merano to Olten train services, operated by Trenitalia S.p.A., arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Olten?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Olten is 335 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Merano to Olten.

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

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Where can I stay near Olten?

There are 377+ hotels available in Olten.

Merano to Olten - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merano to Olten by 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Meran to Innsbruck Südbahnstraße095
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Zurich Bus Station
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to OltenIc5 / ...
8h 4m
CHF 53–102
Train
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - BrennerRe
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich HbRjx
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to OltenIc5 / ...
8h 23m
CHF 64–133
Drive 334.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Olten334.9 km
4h 35m
CHF 54–78
Bus, train via Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
1. Take the bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milan
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Bellinzona
3. Take the train from Bellinzona to OltenEc / ...
10h 14m
CHF 107–174

Merano to Olten by bus and train

11Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

CHF 53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 470.5 km
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Olten via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 8h 23m.

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