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

The cheapest way to get from Portofino to Merate is to line 1 ferry and train which costs €21 - €27 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portofino to Merate is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

How far is it from Portofino to Merate?

The distance between Portofino and Merate is 198 km. The road distance is 203.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Portofino to Merate without a car is to line 1 ferry and train which takes 4h 56m and costs €21 - €27.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Portofino to Merate, including transfers.

Can I drive from Portofino to Merate?

Yes, the driving distance between Portofino to Merate is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Portofino to Merate.

Where can I stay near Merate?

There are 3202+ hotels available in Merate.

Portofino to Merate - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 ferry, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Portofino to Merate by ferry, 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.

Line 1 ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Portofino to Santa Margherita Ligure1
2. Take the train from S.Margherita Ligure Portofino to MonzaRe 13
4h 56m
€21–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Bergamo1922
2. Take the bus from Stazione Autolinee Bergamo to Merate - Via De Gasperi - OspedaleC46
5h 44m
€130–178
Drive 203.6 km
1. Drive from Portofino to Merate203.6 km
2h 20m
€32–47
Line 1 ferry, train via Milan Porta Garibaldi
1. Take the ferry from Portofino to Santa Margherita Ligure1
2. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Milano P.Garibaldi3096 / ...
5h 27m
€22–50

Portofino to Merate by ferry, foot, and train

2Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.6 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Portofino, Italy and Merate, Italy?

You can take a vehicle from Portofino to Merate - Via De Gasperi - Ospedale via Genoa, Bergamo, and Stazione Autolinee Bergamo in around 5h 44m.

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