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

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Merano is to bus and train which costs €150 - €270 and takes 23h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Merano is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 48m and costs €140 - €470.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Palermo to Merano. However, there are services departing from Palermo Piazza Cairoli and arriving at Terme Merano via Verona and Settequerce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Palermo and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Palermo to Merano. However, there are services departing from Palermo Centrale and arriving at Merano Meran via Roma Termini and Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 28m.

How far is it from Palermo to Merano?

The distance between Palermo and Merano is 1049 km.

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

The best way to get from Palermo to Merano without a car is to train and ferry which takes 16h 17m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Palermo to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Merano bus from?

Palermo to Merano bus services, operated by Onebus, depart from Palermo Piazza Cairoli station.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Merano train from?

Palermo to Merano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train or bus from Palermo to Merano?

The best way to get from Palermo to Merano is to train which takes 18h 28m and costs €180 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €220 - €310 and takes 28h 53m.

Where does the Palermo to Merano bus arrive?

Palermo to Merano bus services, operated by Onebus, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova Station.

Where does the Palermo to Merano train arrive?

Palermo to Merano train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Roma Termini station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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Palermo to Merano - 12 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, ferry, and bus

There are 12 ways to get from Palermo to Merano by plane, shuttle, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, car, or train (Trenitalia)

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

Fly Palermo Airport to Verona Villafranca Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)plane PMO - VRN
2. Take a shuttle bus from Verona - Aeroporto to Meranoshuttle
5h 48m
€144–465
Fly Palermo Airport to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane PMO - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain
7h 23m
€115–340
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centraletrain Re
2. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
3. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Paolatrain Ic
4. Take the train from Paola to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
16h 17m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Palermo to Bologna Centralebus N597
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
23h 53m
€157–262
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Port of Palermo to Port of Genoacarferry
2. Drive from Port of Genoa to Meranocar
24h 50m
€168–244
Fly Palermo Airport to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane PMO - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
7h 13m
€164–405
Bus to Trapani Airport, fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Palermo Via Belgio/Via dei Nebrodi to Trapani Birgi Airportbus
2. Fly from Trapani Airport (TPS) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane TPS - BGY
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
7h 54m
€177–509
Fly Palermo Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane PMO - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain
7h 37m
€115–387
Fly Palermo Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane PMO - LIN
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain
7h 56m
€156–429
Fly Palermo Airport to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane PMO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain
4. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain
8h 47m
€125–451
Train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
18h 28m
€180–323
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Piazza Cairoli to Verona Porta Nuova Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Verona to Bolzano Southbus 494 / ...
28h 53m
€223–305

Palermo Airport (PMO) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) flights

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Map of how to get from Palermo to Merano.

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Distance: 1,048.7 km
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a train from Palermo Centrale to Merano Meran via Roma Termini and Bolzano Bozen in around 18h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palermo Piazza Cairoli to Terme Merano via Verona Porta Nuova Station, Verona, Bolzano South, Bolzano Sud, Settequerce, and Settequerce in around 28h 53m.

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