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 €29 - €50 and takes 7h 28m.

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 50m and costs €45 - €75.

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 Terme Merano via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

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 Zürich HB and arriving at Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Zurich to Merano?

The distance between Zurich and Merano is 419 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 bus which takes 7h 28m and costs €29 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 7h 28m 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 Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko, a.s., depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich to Merano?

The best way to get from Zurich to Merano is to bus which takes 7h 28m and costs €29 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Zurich to Merano bus arrive?

Zurich to Merano bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Innsbruck Südbahnstraße station.

Where does the Zurich to Merano train arrive?

Zurich to Merano train services, operated by Železničná spoločnosť Slovensko, a.s., arrive at Innsbruck Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Merano is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Zurich to Merano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Innsbruck Südbahnstraßebus FlixBus N882 / ...
2. Take the bus from Innsbruck Südbahnstraße to Meranbus 095
7h 28m
€29–50
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Innsbruck Hbftrain rjx 167
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 35m
Drive 283.4 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Meranocar 283.4 km
3h 50m
€50–71
Train #2
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
7h 35m
€64–333

Zurich to Merano by bus

13Weekly Buses

7h 28mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Zurich to Merano.

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Distance: 418.6 km
Duration: 7h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Terme Merano via Innsbruck Südbahnstraße, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 7h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich HB to Merano Meran via Innsbruck Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 7h 35m.

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