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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Merano?

The distance between Switzerland and Merano is 430 km. The road distance is 283.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Merano without a car is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Switzerland to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Merano train from?

Switzerland to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Merano?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Merano is to train which takes 8h 17m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Switzerland to Merano train arrive?

Switzerland to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Merano is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Switzerland to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2765+ hotels available in Merano.

Switzerland to Merano - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Switzerland 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 Zürich HB to Innsbruck Hbftrain rjx 167
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 17m
€38–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus FlixBus N882 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
8h 31m
€31–57
Drive 283.5 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Meranocar 283.5 km
3h 50m
€51–73
Train via Zuerich Hb
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 37m
€68–384
Train via Buchs
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Buchs Sgtrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Buchs Sg to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 39m
€57–354

Switzerland to Merano by train and bus

7Weekly Services

8h 17mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 430.2 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Innsbruck Hbf, Hauptbahnhof, Brennero/Brenner stazione/Bahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Terme Merano via Zürich HB, Zurich Bus Station, Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 8h 31m.

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