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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Merano is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Merano is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Meran via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Merano. However, there are services departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Zurich to Merano?

The distance between Zurich and Merano is 433 km. The road distance is 283.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Merano without a car is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs €130 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 37m to get from Zurich to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Merano bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Zurich to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Merano?

The best way to get from Zurich to Merano is to train which takes 7h 37m and costs €130 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Zurich to Merano bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Merano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Merano is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Zurich to Merano.

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

Book your Zurich to Merano train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Zurich to Merano bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2574+ hotels available in Merano.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Zurich to Merano by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 37m
€130–210
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bolzano Southbus 488
7h 40m
€37–61
Drive 283.4 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Meranocar 283.4 km
3h 49m
€48–70
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Zürich HB 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 41m
€86–163

Zurich to Merano by train

59Weekly Trains

7h 37mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 433.1 km
Duration: 7h 37m

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

You can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner in around 7h 37m. 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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