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

The cheapest way to get from Nice to Merate is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nice to Merate is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Nice and Merate?

No, there is no direct bus from Nice to Merate. However, there are services departing from Nice and arriving at Merate via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Trezzo D'adda and P.za Meda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Nice and Merate?

No, there is no direct train from Nice to Merate. However, there are services departing from Nice-Ville and arriving at Cernusco-Merate via Ventimiglia and Milano Greco Pirelli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Nice to Merate?

The distance between Nice and Merate is 345 km. The road distance is 350.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Nice to Merate without a car is to train via Milano, Stazione Centrale which takes 6h 57m and costs €35 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Nice to Merate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nice to Merate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nice to Merate train from?

Nice to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Ventimiglia station.

Train or bus from Nice to Merate?

The best way to get from Nice to Merate is to train via Milano, Stazione Centrale which takes 6h 57m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 9h 37m.

Where does the Nice to Merate bus arrive?

Nice to Merate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where does the Nice to Merate train arrive?

Nice to Merate train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Milano Greco Pirelli station.

Can I drive from Nice to Merate?

Yes, the driving distance between Nice to Merate is 350 km. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Nice to Merate.

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

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Where can I stay near Merate?

There are 1029+ hotels available in Merate.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Nice to Merate 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 via Milano, Stazione Centrale (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centraletrain Ic
6h 57m
€39–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nice to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus N456 / ...
9h 37m
€29–49
Drive 350.2 km
1. Drive from Nice to Meratecar 350.2 km
3h 45m
€55–79
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Ventimiglia to Milano Greco Pirellitrain 3065
7h 10m
€44–76

Nice to Merate by train and bus (Trenitalia)

54Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 344.6 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Nice, France and Merate, Italy?

Trenitalia Intercity operates a train from Ventimiglia to Milano Centrale every 4 hours. Tickets cost €29–65 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Trenitalia also services this route once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Nice to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano twice daily. Tickets cost €23–40 and the journey takes 5h 40m.

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