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

The cheapest way to get from Prato to Merano is to bus which costs €27 - €50 and takes 8h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prato to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Prato and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Prato to Merano. However, there are services departing from Prato and arriving at Terme Merano via Bologna, Bolzano South and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Prato to Merano?

The distance between Prato and Merano is 370 km. The road distance is 383 km.

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

The best way to get from Prato to Merano without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €35 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Prato to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prato to Merano bus from?

Prato to Merano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Prato station.

Train or bus from Prato to Merano?

The best way to get from Prato to Merano is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs €35 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €50 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Prato to Merano bus arrive?

Prato to Merano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Bologna station.

Can I drive from Prato to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Prato to Merano is 383 km. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Prato to Merano.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 1695+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Prato 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 Prato Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
5h 20m
€35–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Prato to Bolognabus Prato
2. Take the bus from Bologna to Bolzano Southbus FlixBus 488
8h 18m
€27–49
Drive 383 km
1. Drive from Prato to Meranocar 383 km
3h 35m
€60–86
Train via Bologna
1. Take the train from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
5h 47m
€58–138

Prato to Merano by train and bus

100Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

€35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 370.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Prato Centrale to Terme Merano via Bologna Centrale, Bolzano Bozen, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prato to Terme Merano via Bologna, Bolzano South, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 8h 18m.

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