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

The cheapest way to get from Merate to Switzerland is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merate to Switzerland is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Merate and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Merate to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Cernusco-Merate and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Monza, Chiasso and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Merate to Switzerland?

The distance between Merate and Switzerland is 250 km. The road distance is 268.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Merate to Switzerland without a car is to bus and train via Zuerich Hb which takes 4h 53m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Merate to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merate to Switzerland train from?

Merate to Switzerland train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Chiasso station.

Train or bus from Merate to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Merate to Switzerland is to bus which takes 6h 46m and costs SFr 17 - SFr 50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 95 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Merate to Switzerland train arrive?

Merate to Switzerland train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Merate to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Merate to Switzerland is 269 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Merate to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Merate to Switzerland?

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Where can I stay near Switzerland?

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Merate to Switzerland - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merate to Switzerland by bus, train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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Bus, train via Zuerich Hb
best
1. Take the bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Como San Giovannibus C46
2. Take the train from Como S.Giovanni to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 53m
CHF 54–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Como San Giovannibus C46
2. Take the bus from Como P.le S. Gottardo to Zurich Ausstellungsstrassebus Itabus
6h 46m
CHF 18–47
Drive 268.6 km
1. Drive from Merate to Zurichcar 268.6 km
3h 14m
CHF 43–61
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Chiasso to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
4h 54m
CHF 46–94
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Como San Giovannibus C46
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Zürich HBtrain Ec
4h 56m
CHF 74–132

Merate to Switzerland by bus and train

36Weekly Services

4h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.1 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Merate, Italy and Switzerland?

You can take a bus from Merate - Giuseppe Verdi to Zürich Stadelhofen via Como P.le S. Gottardo, Zurich Ausstellungsstrasse, and Zürich HB in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Chiasso to Zuerich Hb hourly. Tickets cost CHF 40–85 and the journey takes 2h 22m.

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