The average train between Arad and Merano takes 22h 6m and the fastest train takes 20h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Arad to Merano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Arad and Merano. The earliest departure is at 12:01 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Arad is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Merano at 4:45 PM. All services require a transfer at Budapest-Keleti and take an average of 22h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Arad to Merano? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Arad to Merano. However, there are services departing from Arad station and arriving at Merano station via Budapest-Keleti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 6m.
Arad to Merano train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Arad station.
Arad to Merano train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Merano Meran station.
The distance between Arad and Merano is 779.8 km. The road distance is 1,163 km.
You can take a train from Arad to Merano Meran via Budapest-Keleti, Wien Hbf, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 15h 25m.