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

The cheapest way to get from Zug to Merano is to drive which costs €45 - €70 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zug to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Zug and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Zug to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zug and arriving at Merano Meran via Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Zug to Merano?

The distance between Zug and Merano is 462 km. The road distance is 274.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Zug to Merano without a car is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €140 - €240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Zug to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zug to Merano train from?

Zug to Merano train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train or bus from Zug to Merano?

The best way to get from Zug to Merano is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €140 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €120 and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Zug to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zug to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Zug to Merano is 275 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Zug to Merano.

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

Book your Zug to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2496+ hotels available in Merano.

Zug to Merano - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Zug 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
best
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 12m
€144–236
Drive 274.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Zug to Meranocar 274.8 km
3h 53m
€48–69
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
9h 15m
€53–114
Train via Dornbirn
1. Take the train from Zug to Rapperswil SGtrain S5
2. Take the train from Rapperswil SG to Rheinecktrain S4
3. Take the train from Dornbirn to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
11h 55m

Zug to Merano by train

43Weekly Trains

9h 12mAverage Duration

€144Cheapest Price

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Distance: 461.9 km
Duration: 9h 12m

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

You can take a train from Zug to Merano Meran via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano South twice a week. Tickets cost €30–85 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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