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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Varese is to train which costs €21 - €28 and takes 7h 32m.

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 52m and costs €40 - €65.

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 Meran and arriving at Varese via Bolzano South and Malpensa Aeroporto T1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Varese?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Varese. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Varese Nord via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, Caiazzo and Milano Cadorna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Merano to Varese?

The distance between Merano and Varese is 380 km. The road distance is 284.7 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 train via Verona which takes 7h 2m and costs €40 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Varese train from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Varese?

The best way to get from Merano to Varese is to train via Verona which takes 7h 2m and costs €40 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Merano to Varese bus arrive?

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

Where does the Merano to Varese train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Varese?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Varese is 285 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Merano to Varese.

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

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Where can I stay near Varese?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Merano to Varese 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 Re
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Cadorna to Varese Nordtrain R22
7h 2m
€41–95
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Trevigliotrain Re 6
2. Take the train from Treviglio to Varesetrain S5
7h 32m
€22–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Milanbus N95
7h 30m
€23–43
Drive 284.7 km
1. Drive from Merano to Varesecar 284.7 km
4h 52m
€45–65
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Merano to Malpensa Airport - Milanshuttle
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Varesetrain S50
5h 50m
€67–129

Merano to Varese by bus

10Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Varese.

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Distance: 379.8 km
Duration: 7h 2m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Varese Nord via Bolzano Bozen, Verona Porta Nuova, Milano Centrale, Caiazzo, Cadorna Fn M2, and Milano Cadorna in around 7h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Milan once daily. Tickets cost €21–40 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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