There are 5 ways to get from Venice 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.
Recommended option
Train via Verona • 5h 26m
Cheapest option
Bus • 8h 15m
3 alternative options
Bus via Verona Airport (VRN) • 5h 56m
Train • 6h 5m
Drive • 2h 46m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Venice to Merano is to bus which costs €17 - €24 and takes 8h 15m.
The quickest way to get from Venice to Merano is to drive which costs €45 - €75 and takes 2h 46m.
No, there is no direct bus from Venice to Merano. However, there are services departing from Venice and arriving at Terme Merano via Verona Porta Nuova, Verona - Aeroporto and Bolzano - Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
No, there is no direct train from Venice to Merano. However, there are services departing from Venezia S. Lucia and arriving at Merano Meran via Venezia Mestre, Verona Porta Nuova and Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
It is 164 km from Venice to Merano. It is approximately 291.9 km to drive.
The best way to get from Venice to Merano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 5h 26m and costs €50 - €170.
It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Venice to Merano, including transfers.
Venice to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Venice station.
Venice to Merano train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Venezia Mestre station.
The best way to get from Venice to Merano is to train via Verona which takes 5h 26m and costs €50 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus via Verona Airport (VRN), which costs €65 - €95 and takes 5h 56m.
- Distance: 164.1 km
- Duration: 5h 26m
What companies run services between Venice, Italy and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?
You can take a train from Venice to Merano via Venezia Mestre, Verona Porta Nuova, and Bolzano Bozen in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Venice to Merano via Verona, Verona Porta Nuova, Verona Airport, Verona - Aeroporto, Bolzano, and Bolzano - Stazione in around 5h 56m.
Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €12 - €50
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
- Super Economy
- €12 - €17
- Base Standard
- €27 - €40
- Base Premium
- €30 - €50
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozen
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €55
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
- Super Economy
- €14 - €20
- Base Standard
- €30 - €40
- Base Premium
- €35 - €55
Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 8937 1892
- Website
- italotreno.it
Train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 1m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €45
- Website
- https://www.italotreno.it/en
- Smart Economy
- €14 - €20
- Smart Low Cost
- €10 - €13
- Smart Flex
- €29 - €45
Train from Verona to Bolzano
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 28m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €45
- Website
- https://www.italotreno.it/en
- Smart Economy
- €16 - €22
- Smart Low Cost
- €12 - €15
- Smart Flex
- €30 - €45
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 9m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €9 - €16
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €14 - €16
Train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozen
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €11 - €21
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €18 - €21
Train from Venezia S. Lucia to Bassano Del Grappa
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 14m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €5 - €10
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €8 - €10
Train from Bassano Del Grappa to Bolzano Bozen
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €12 - €21
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 1st Class
- €19 - €21
Frequently asked questions
The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- ufficiogruppi@trenitalia.it
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €80
- Website
- https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
- 2nd Class
- €30 - €40
- 1st Class
- €55 - €80
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 848 44 66 88
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuova
- Ave. Duration
- 1h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €75
- Website
- https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Venice to Verona
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
- Book at
- https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- +39 0471 305604
- info@suedtirolbus.it
- Website
- altoadigebus.com
Bus from Verona - Aeroporto to Bolzano
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 36m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Schedules at
- altoadigebus.com
- Phone
- +39 041 5415488
- brusutti@brusutti.com
- Website
- brusutti.com
Bus from Venice to Vigo di Fassa
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- €10 - €12
- Schedules at
- brusutti.com
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More Questions & Answers
Venice to Merano bus services, operated by Alto Adige Bus, arrive at Bolzano station.
Venice to Merano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Bolzano Bozen station.
Yes, the driving distance between Venice to Merano is 292 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Venice to Merano.
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