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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Volterra is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Volterra is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Volterra?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Volterra. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Volterra via Bolzano South, Florence - Villa Costanza, Piazza Mazzini [3] and Colle Val D'Elsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 49m.

How far is it from Merano to Volterra?

The distance between Merano and Volterra is 477 km. The road distance is 457.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Volterra without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs €120 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Merano to Volterra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Volterra bus from?

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

Train or bus from Merano to Volterra?

The best way to get from Merano to Volterra is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs €120 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 10h 49m.

Where does the Merano to Volterra bus arrive?

Merano to Volterra bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Florence station.

Can I drive from Merano to Volterra?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Volterra is 457 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Merano to Volterra.

Where can I stay near Volterra?

There are 2298+ hotels available in Volterra.

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

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

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Certaldotrain Re
7h 18m
€124–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Florencebus FlixBus 488
2. Take the bus from Florence - Villa Costanza to Poggibonsi - Loc. Salcetobus
10h 49m
€36–63
Drive 457.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Volterracar 457.1 km
4h 41m
€71–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pontedera-Casciana Ttrain Re
3. Take the bus from Pontedera Corsia 4 to V.Garibaldi 26 Lato Barbus 500
8h 27m
€63–121
Train, bus via Bologna
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain 89
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Florence Santa Maria Novellatrain
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pontedera-Casciana Ttrain Re
4. Take the bus from Pontedera Corsia 4 to Volterrabus 500
9h 46m
€87–110

Merano to Volterra by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

10h 49mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Volterra.

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Distance: 477.2 km
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Volterra via Bolzano Bozen, Firenze S.M.N., and Certaldo in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meran to Volterra via Bolzano South, Florence, Florence - Villa Costanza, Poggibonsi - Loc. Salceto, Piazza Mazzini [3], and Colle Val D'Elsa in around 10h 49m.

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