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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Zurich is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Bolzano, Via Cesare Battisti and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Zürich HB via Brennero - Brenner and Innsbruck Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Merano to Zurich?

The distance between Merano and Zurich is 433 km. The road distance is 282.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Merano to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Merano to Zurich train from?

Merano to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.

Train or bus from Merano to Zurich?

The best way to get from Merano to Zurich is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 25 - SFr 45 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Merano to Zurich bus arrive?

Merano to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Merano to Zurich train arrive?

Merano to Zurich train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Brennero - Brenner station.

Can I drive from Merano to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Zurich is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Merano to Zurich.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Merano to Zurich?

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Merano to Zurich - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Merano to Zurich by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hbf to Zürich HBtrain rjx 160
7h 44m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus 488
8h 41m
CHF 25–45
Drive 282.8 km
1. Drive from Merano to Zurichcar 282.8 km
3h 50m
CHF 45–65
Train #2
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Brennero - Brennertrain Re
2. Take the train from Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx / ...
7h 44m
CHF 55–138

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merano to Zurich.

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Distance: 433.2 km
Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Zürich HB via Brennero - Brenner, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Innsbruck Hbf in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Zurich Bus Station 4 times a week. Tickets cost CHF 25–45 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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