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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Piran is to bus via Venice Airport (VCE) which costs €30 - €70 and takes 11h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Piran is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs €55 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Piran?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Piran. However, there are services departing from Merano, Stazione and arriving at Piran via Trieste, Autostazione and Avtobusna postaja Koper. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 18m.

How far is it from Merano to Piran?

The distance between Merano and Piran is 469 km. The road distance is 353.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Piran without a car is to train and line 2 ferry and ferry via Terme Merano which takes 9h 6m and costs €60 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Merano to Piran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Piran bus from?

Merano to Piran bus services, operated by Harea Travel, depart from Merano, Stazione station.

Train or bus from Merano to Piran?

The best way to get from Merano to Piran is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs €50 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 18m.

Where does the Merano to Piran bus arrive?

Merano to Piran bus services, operated by Harea Travel, arrive at Trieste, Autostazione station.

Can I drive from Merano to Piran?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Piran is 354 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Merano to Piran.

Where can I stay near Piran?

There are 3332+ hotels available in Piran.

Merano to Piran - 6 ways to travel via train, line 2 ferry, ferry, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Merano to Piran by train (Trenitalia), train, ferry, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain 89
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Trieste Centraletrain Fr
7h 44m
€52–110
Bus via Venice Airport (VCE)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Venicebus N491 / ...
2. Take the bus from Venice to Portorožbus N419 / ...
11h 37m
€32–66
Train, line 2 ferry, ferry via Terme Merano
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Venezia Santa Lucia Stationtrain 89
2. Take the ferry from Ferrovia "A" to Tronchetto "A"ferry 2 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Port of Venice to Piranferry
9h 6m
€61–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merano, Stazione to Trieste, Autostazionebus
11h 18m
Drive 353.8 km
1. Drive from Merano to Pirancar 353.8 km
5h 4m
€55–80
Train, line 2 ferry, ferry
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Venezia Santa Lucia Stationtrain 89
2. Take the ferry from Ferrovia "A" to Tronchetto "A"ferry 2 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Venice Troncetto ferry to Piranferry
8h 50m
€137–163

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 469 km
Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Piran via Bolzano-Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, and Trieste Centrale in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, Harea Travel operates a bus from Merano, Stazione to Trieste, Autostazione twice a week, and the journey takes 8h 34m.

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