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

The cheapest way to get from Villach to Merano is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Villach to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Villach and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Villach to Merano. However, there are services departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Meran via Peschiera del Garda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Villach and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Villach to Merano. However, there are services departing from Villach Hbf and arriving at Merano Meran via Lienz In Osttirol and Fortezza/Franzensfes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Villach to Merano?

The distance between Villach and Merano is 291 km. The road distance is 278.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Villach to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs €40 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Villach to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Villach to Merano bus from?

Villach to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Villach to Merano train from?

Villach to Merano train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Villach Hbf station.

Train or bus from Villach to Merano?

The best way to get from Villach to Merano is to train which takes 7h 31m and costs €40 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Villach to Merano bus arrive?

Villach to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Peschiera del Garda station.

Where does the Villach to Merano train arrive?

Villach to Merano train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Lienz In Osttirol station.

Can I drive from Villach to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Villach to Merano is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Villach to Merano.

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

Book your Villach to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Villach to Merano?

Book your Villach to Merano bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2514+ hotels available in Merano.

Villach to Merano - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Villach 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
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1. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol831
2. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfes
3. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano MeranRe
7h 31m
€45–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Villach Hbf to Peschiera del GardaN456 / ...
2. Take the bus from Peschiera del Garda to Meran407
9h 5m
€45–63
Drive 278.6 km
1. Drive from Villach to Merano278.6 km
3h 44m
€46–66

Villach to Merano by train

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7h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.8 km
Duration: 7h 31m

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

You can take a train from Villach Hbf to Merano Meran via Lienz In Osttirol and Fortezza/Franzensfes in around 7h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Villach Hbf to Meran via Peschiera del Garda in around 9h 5m.

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