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 €45 - €85 and takes 11h 58m.

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 Merano, Stazione and arriving at Volterra via Padova, Firenze Autostazione and Colle Val D'Elsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Merano to Volterra?

The distance between Merano and Volterra is 478 km. The road distance is 457.2 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 28m and costs €120 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m 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 Harea Travel, depart from Merano, Stazione station.

Train or bus from Merano to Volterra?

The best way to get from Merano to Volterra is to train which takes 7h 28m and costs €120 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus via Padova, which costs and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Merano to Volterra bus arrive?

Merano to Volterra bus services, operated by Harea Travel, arrive at Padova Autostazione 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 2572+ 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 28m
€125–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Pisabus N538
2. Take the bus from Pontedera Corsia 4 to Volterrabus 500
11h 58m
€49–83
Bus via Padova
1. Take the bus from Merano, Stazione to Padova Autostazionebus
2. Take the bus from Padova to Florencebus
3. Take the bus from Firenze Autostazione to Colle V.Elsabus 131
11h 30m
Drive 457.2 km
1. Drive from Merano to Volterracar 457.2 km
4h 41m
€73–106
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 30m
€64–133

Merano to Volterra by train and bus

41Weekly Services

8h 30mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Volterra.

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Distance: 478.4 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merano, Stazione to Volterra via Padova, Florence, Firenze Autostazione, and Colle Val D'Elsa in around 11h 30m.

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