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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Varese is to bus and train which costs €26 - €55 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Varese is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Varese?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Varese. However, there are services departing from Merano and arriving at Varese, Stazione via Malpensa Aeroporto T1,stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Merano to Varese?

The distance between Merano and Varese is 422 km. The road distance is 292.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Varese without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs €65 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Merano to Varese, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Varese bus from?

Merano to Varese bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, depart from Merano station.

Train or bus from Merano to Varese?

The best way to get from Merano to Varese is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs €65 - €95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Merano to Varese bus arrive?

Merano to Varese bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, arrive at Malpensa Airport - Milan station.

Can I drive from Merano to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Varese is 293 km. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Merano to Varese.

Where can I stay near Varese?

There are 5087+ hotels available in Varese.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Varese by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milan
6h 30m
€68–92
Train via Treviglio
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Treviglio94007 / ...
2. Take the train from Treviglio to VareseS5
7h 16m
€25–64
Train
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Milano P.GaribaldiFr
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to VareseS5 / ...
6h 40m
€43–62
Drive 292.9 km
1. Drive from Merano to Varese292.9 km
4h 35m
€46–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Meran to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano407
2. Take the train from Rho Fiera Milano to VareseS5 / ...
6h 53m
€26–55

Merano to Varese by bus and train

5Weekly Services

6h 40mAverage Duration

€43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 421.6 km
Duration: 6h 30m

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

Alto Adige Bus operates a bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milan 5 times a day. Tickets cost €60–90 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terme Merano to Varese via Bolzano - Stazione, Bolzano Bozen, and Milano Porta Garibaldi in around 6h 40m.

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