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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Merano is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Olten to Merano. However, there are services departing from Olten and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 13m.

How far is it from Olten to Merano?

The distance between Olten and Merano is 488 km. The road distance is 334.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Merano without a car is to train which takes 9h 13m and costs €140 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 13m to get from Olten to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Merano train from?

Olten to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Olten station.

Where does the Olten to Merano train arrive?

Olten to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Olten to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Merano is 335 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Olten to Merano.

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

Book your Olten to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2486+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Olten to Merano by train, 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 Olten to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 13m
€144–248
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus 488
3. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
9h 46m
€54–111
Drive 334.9 km
1. Drive from Olten to Meranocar 334.9 km
4h 36m
€58–84
Train via Dornbirn
1. Take the train from Olten to St. Gallentrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Dornbirn to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 52m
€97–167

Olten to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

9h 13mAverage Duration

€144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.8 km
Duration: 9h 13m

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

You can take a train from Olten to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 13m.

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