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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Portofino is to drive which costs €65 - €95 and takes 5h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Portofino is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Portofino?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Portofino. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Genoa via Bolzano, Via Cesare Battisti and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Merano to Portofino?

The distance between Merano and Portofino is 495 km. The road distance is 412.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Portofino without a car is to train and line 1 ferry which takes 9h 12m and costs €70 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Merano to Portofino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Portofino bus from?

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

Where does the Merano to Portofino bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Portofino?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Portofino is 413 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Merano to Portofino.

Where can I stay near Portofino?

There are 4669+ hotels available in Portofino.

Merano to Portofino - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 ferry, bus, and car

How to get fromMerano to Portofino

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Merano to Portofino by train, ferry, bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 1 ferry
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to S.Margherita L.-Porttrain Ic
3. Take the ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofinoferry 1
9h 12m
€73–132
Drive 412.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Merano to Portofinocar 412.9 km
5h 15m
€66–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Genoabus 408 / ...
9h 52m
€95–131
Shuttle, bus, train, line 1 ferry
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Orio al Serio Airportshuttle
2. Take the bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Milan Centrale Piazza Luigi di Savoiabus
3. Take the train from Milan Rogoredo to S. Margherita Ligure-Portofinotrain Ec
4. Take the ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofinoferry 1
10h 5m
€169–390

Merano to Portofino by train, foot, and ferry

7Weekly Services

9h 12mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Portofino.

Launch map view

Distance: 494.8 km
Duration: 9h 12m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Genoa 4 times a day. Tickets cost €35–60 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.