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 €35 - €100 and takes 8h 43m.

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 49m and costs €45 - €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 40m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Merano?

The distance between Switzerland and Merano is 435 km. The road distance is 283.4 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 40m and costs €120 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m 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 40m and costs €120 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €100 and takes 8h 43m.

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 49m 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 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Switzerland to Merano by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 40m
€129–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
8h 43m
€38–96
Drive 283.4 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Meranocar 283.4 km
3h 49m
€50–72
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Margrethen SGtrain
2. Take the train from Bregenz to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 38m
€88–175

Switzerland to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

8h 40mAverage Duration

€129Cheapest Price

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Distance: 434.9 km
Duration: 8h 40m

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, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano South twice a week. Tickets cost €30–85 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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