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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Merano is to bus which costs €45 - €85 and takes 10h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Merano is to drive which takes 5h 48m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Merano. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Meran via Peschiera del Garda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Nice to Merano?

The distance between Nice and Merano is 637 km. The road distance is 601.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Merano without a car is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs €40 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 10h 50m to get from Nice to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Merano bus from?

Nice to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nice station.

Train or bus from Nice to Merano?

The best way to get from Nice to Merano is to train which takes 10h 50m and costs €40 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €85 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Nice to Merano bus arrive?

Nice to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Peschiera del Garda station.

Can I drive from Nice to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Merano is 601 km. It takes approximately 5h 48m to drive from Nice to Merano.

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

Book your Nice to Merano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Merano.

Nice to Merano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Nice to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano BozenFr
10h 50m
€42–138
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nice to Peschiera del GardaN456 / ...
2. Take the bus from Peschiera del Garda to Meran407
10h 58m
€45–82
Drive 601.3 km
1. Drive from Nice to Merano601.3 km
5h 48m
€94–135
Train via Verona
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano CentraleIc
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta NuovaFr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano-Bozen89
11h 12m
€51–183
Bus via Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
1. Take the bus from Nice - Airport Bus Station Terminal 1 to Milan Bergamo - AirportBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
11h 44m
€116–162

Nice to Merano by train and bus

11Weekly Services

10h 50mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 636.8 km
Duration: 10h 50m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Nice-Ville to Terme Merano via Ventimiglia, Milano Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 10h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nice to Meran via Peschiera del Garda in around 10h 58m.

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