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

The cheapest way to get from Winterthur to Merano is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winterthur to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Winterthur and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Winterthur to Merano. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Meran via Zurich Bus Station and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Winterthur and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Winterthur to Merano. However, there are services departing from Winterthur and arriving at Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Winterthur to Merano?

The distance between Winterthur and Merano is 445 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Winterthur to Merano without a car is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs €75 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Winterthur to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Merano bus from?

Winterthur to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Winterthur to Merano train from?

Winterthur to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Winterthur station.

Train or bus from Winterthur to Merano?

The best way to get from Winterthur to Merano is to train which takes 8h 32m and costs €75 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Winterthur to Merano bus arrive?

Winterthur to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bolzano South station.

Where does the Winterthur to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Winterthur to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Winterthur to Merano is 283 km. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Winterthur to Merano.

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

Book your Winterthur to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Winterthur to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2570+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Winterthur 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 Winterthur to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
8h 32m
€80–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
9h 5m
€40–70
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Winterthur to Meranocar 283.1 km
4h 7m
€49–70
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
9h 12m
€140–234
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Winterthur 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
9h 12m
€69–139

Winterthur to Merano by train

2Weekly Trains

8h 32mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 445.5 km
Duration: 8h 32m

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

You can take a train from Winterthur to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner in around 8h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano South twice a week. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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