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

The cheapest way to get from Zagreb to Merano is to bus and train which costs €75 - €170 and takes 10h 57m.

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 5m and costs €75 - €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 Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja, Verona and Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 4m.

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 12h 12m.

How far is it from Zagreb to Merano?

The distance between Zagreb and Merano is 665 km. The road distance is 512.3 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 - €170.

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 GoOpti, 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 12h 12m and costs €120 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €170 - €1100 and takes 12h 4m.

Where does the Zagreb to Merano bus arrive?

Zagreb to Merano bus services, operated by GoOpti, arrive at Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja 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 5m to drive from Zagreb to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Zagreb to Merano by bus, train, train (Trenitalia), car, plane, shuttle, 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 Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
10h 57m
€76–167
Train
1. Take the train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach Hbftrain 318 / ...
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
3. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfestrain
4. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano Merantrain Re
12h 12m
€120–193
Drive 512.3 km
1. Drive from Zagreb to Meranocar 512.3 km
6h 5m
€79–115
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane ZAG - BGY
2. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
7h 39m
€161–412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zagreb to Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postajabus
2. Take the bus from Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja to Verona Porta Nuovabus
3. Take the bus from Verona to Bolzano Southbus 494 / ...
12h 4m
€171–1,041
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Zagreb Glavni Kol. to Villach Hbfnighttrain En
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
3. Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Fortezza/Franzensfestrain
4. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano Merantrain Re
12h 15m
€120–193
Fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane ZAG - INN
2. Take the train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Merano Merantrain
12h 5m
€189–514
Fly to Munich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport (ZAG) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane ZAG - MUC
2. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Bolzano-Bozentrain
9h 59m
€200–426

Zagreb to Merano by bus and train

14Weekly Services

10h 57mAverage Duration

€76Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zagreb to Merano.

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Distance: 664.6 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 12h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zagreb to Meran via Novo Mesto, Avtobusna postaja, Verona Porta Nuova, Verona, and Bolzano South in around 12h 4m.

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