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 €30 - €60 and takes 10h 46m.

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 39m 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, Bologna Centrale, Piazza Mazzini [3] and Colle Val D'Elsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 46m.

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 27m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m 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 27m and costs €100 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 10h 46m.

Where does the Merano to Volterra bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Merano to Volterra?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Volterra is 457 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Merano to Volterra.

Where can I stay near Volterra?

There are 2114+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to CertaldoRe
7h 27m
€108–192
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Bologna Centrale486 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Centrale to PoggibonsiN527
10h 46m
€32–59
Drive 457.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Volterra457.1 km
4h 39m
€72–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Florence Santa Maria Novella
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pontedera-Casciana TRe
3. Take the bus from Pontedera Corsia 4 to Volterra500
8h 23m
€40–83
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.Fr
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Pontedera-Casciana TRe
3. Take the bus from Pontedera Corsia 4 to V.Garibaldi 26 Lato Bar500
8h 23m
€48–118

Merano to Volterra by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

10h 46mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 477.2 km
Duration: 7h 27m

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 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Meran to Volterra via Bolzano South, Bologna Centrale, Poggibonsi, Piazza Mazzini [3], and Colle Val D'Elsa in around 10h 46m.

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