What is the cheapest way to get from Merate to Stresa?

The cheapest way to get from Merate to Stresa is to drive which costs €16 - €24 and takes 1h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merate to Stresa?

The fastest way to get from Merate to Stresa is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs €16 - €24.

Is there a direct bus between Merate and Stresa?

No, there is no direct bus from Merate to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Stresa - Imbarcadero via Stresa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Merate and Stresa?

No, there is no direct train from Merate to Stresa. However, there are services departing from Cernusco-Merate and arriving at Stresa via Milano P.Garibaldi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Merate to Stresa?

The distance between Merate and Stresa is 125 km. The road distance is 103.9 km.

How do I travel from Merate to Stresa without a car?

The best way to get from Merate to Stresa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merate to Stresa?

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Merate to Stresa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merate to Stresa bus from?

Merate to Stresa bus services, operated by Trenord, depart from Milano Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Merate to Stresa train from?

Merate to Stresa train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Cernusco-Merate station.

Train or bus from Merate to Stresa?

The best way to get from Merate to Stresa is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €14 - €80 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Merate to Stresa bus arrive?

Merate to Stresa bus services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Stresa station.

Where does the Merate to Stresa train arrive?

Merate to Stresa train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Porta Garibaldi station.

Can I drive from Merate to Stresa?

Yes, the driving distance between Merate to Stresa is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Merate to Stresa.

Where can I stay near Stresa?

There are 4092+ hotels available in Stresa.

Merate to Stresa - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Milano Centrale to Stresabus Re4
3h 38m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cernusco-Merate to Milano Porta Garibalditrain S8 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano P.Garibaldi to Stresatrain Re
3h 40m
€14–76
Drive 103.9 km
1. Drive from Merate to Stresacar 103.9 km
1h 22m
€17–24
Bus via Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Milan Piazzale Lorenzo Lotto to Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2bus flibco
2. Take the bus from Aeroporto Malpensa - Terminal 2 to Stresa - Imbarcaderobus 35
3h 57m
€27–44

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merate to Stresa.

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Distance: 125.5 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Merate, Italy and Stresa, Italy?

Trenord operates a bus from Milano Centrale to Stresa every 2 hours, and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cernusco-Merate to Stresa - Imbarcadero via Milano P.Garibaldi, Stresa, and Stresa in around 3h 40m.

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