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

The cheapest way to get from Sarnen to Merano is to drive which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sarnen to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct train between Sarnen and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Sarnen to Merano. However, there are services departing from Sarnen and arriving at Merano Meran via Luzern, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

How far is it from Sarnen to Merano?

The distance between Sarnen and Merano is 508 km. The road distance is 323.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sarnen to Merano without a car is to train which takes 10h 3m and costs €150 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 10h 3m to get from Sarnen to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarnen to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Sarnen to Merano?

The best way to get from Sarnen to Merano is to train which takes 10h 3m and costs €150 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €95 - €160 and takes 11h 37m.

Where does the Sarnen to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sarnen to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarnen to Merano is 324 km. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Sarnen to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sarnen 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 Luzern to Zürich HBtrain Ir / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 3m
€153–264
Drive 323.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sarnen to Meranocar 323.7 km
4h 19m
€57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luthern to Zurichbus
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
11h 37m
€95–157
Train via Lustenau
1. Take the train from Luzern to Wattwiltrain Vae
2. Take the train from Wattwil to St. Margrethen SGtrain S4
3. Take the train from St. Margrethen Sg to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
12h 7m

Sarnen to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

10h 3mAverage Duration

€153Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sarnen to Merano.

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Distance: 507.5 km
Duration: 10h 3m

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

You can take a train from Sarnen to Merano Meran via Luzern, Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 10h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Sarnen to Meran via Luzern, Luthern, Zurich Bus Station, and Bolzano South in around 11h 37m.

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