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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Merano is to bus which costs €30 - €85 and takes 11h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zagreb to Merano is to drive which takes 6h 2m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Zagreb and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Zagreb to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zagreb and arriving at Meran via Verona and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Zagreb and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Zagreb to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zagreb Glavni Kol. and arriving at Merano Meran via Villach Hbf, Lienz In Osttirol and Fortezza/Franzensfes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 55m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Merano?

The distance between Zagreb and Merano is 665 km. The road distance is 512.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Zagreb to Merano without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 57m and costs €75 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 10h 57m to get from Zagreb to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Merano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Zagreb to Merano train from?

Zagreb to Merano train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), depart from Zagreb Glavni Kol. station.

Train or bus from Zagreb to Merano?

The best way to get from Zagreb to Merano is to train which takes 11h 55m and costs €55 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €85 and takes 11h 55m.

Where does the Zagreb to Merano bus arrive?

Zagreb to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Verona station.

Where does the Zagreb to Merano train arrive?

Zagreb to Merano train services, operated by HŽ Putnički prijevoz (HŽPP), arrive at Villach Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zagreb to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Zagreb to Merano is 512 km. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Zagreb to Merano.

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

Book your Zagreb to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Zagreb to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2514+ hotels available in Merano.

Zagreb to Merano - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and night train

There are 8 ways to get from Zagreb to Merano by bus, train, car, plane, or night train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Zagreb - Bus Station to Venice - Mestre Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bolzano-Bozen89
10h 57m
€75–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to VeronaN402
2. Take the bus from Verona to Bolzano South494 / ...
11h 55m
€32–85
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach HbfEc / ...
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol831
3. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfes
4. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano MeranRe
11h 55m
€58–95
Drive 512.4 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Merano512.4 km
6h 2m
€80–116
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)ZAG - INN
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Meran
10h 45m
€169–435
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach HbfEn
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol831
3. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfes
4. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano MeranRe
12h 1m
€58–137
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)ZAG - BGY
2. Take the bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Merano
8h 24m
€91–292
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Munich International Airport (MUC)ZAG - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozen
10h 10m
€118–350

Zagreb to Merano by bus and train

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10h 57mAverage Duration

€75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 664.5 km
Duration: 10h 57m

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

You can take a train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Merano Meran via Villach Hbf, Lienz In Osttirol, and Fortezza/Franzensfes in around 11h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zagreb to Meran via Verona and Bolzano South in around 11h 55m.

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