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

The cheapest way to get from Ljubljana to Merano is to drive which costs €60 - €90 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ljubljana to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct train between Ljubljana and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Ljubljana to Merano. However, there are services departing from Ljubljana and arriving at Merano Meran via Villach Hbf, Lienz and Fortezza/Franzensfes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Ljubljana to Merano?

The distance between Ljubljana and Merano is 538 km. The road distance is 371.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ljubljana to Merano without a car is to bus and train via Verona which takes 6h 4m and costs €55 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Ljubljana to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ljubljana to Merano train from?

Ljubljana to Merano train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), depart from Ljubljana station.

Where does the Ljubljana to Merano train arrive?

Ljubljana to Merano train services, operated by Slovenske železnice (SŽ), arrive at Villach Hbf station.

Can I drive from Ljubljana to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Ljubljana to Merano is 372 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Ljubljana to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2751+ hotels available in Merano.

Ljubljana to Merano - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ljubljana to Merano by bus, train, car, shuttle, plane, or train (Trenitalia)

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 via Verona
best
1. Take the bus from Ljubljana Dolgi most to Venezia Mestrebus
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 4m
€59–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ljubljana Central Bus Station to Venice Mestre Hotel Plazabus TripstAir
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bolzano-Bozentrain 89
8h 7m
€36–139
Drive 371.6 km
1. Drive from Ljubljana to Meranocar 371.6 km
4h 40m
€60–87
Shuttle to Klagenfurt Airport, fly to Innsbruck Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ljubljana to Klagenfurt Flughafenshuttle
2. Fly from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Innsbruck Airport (INN)plane KLU - INN
3. Take the train from Vipiteno Val Vizze/Sterzing Pfitsch to Merano Merantrain
9h 13m
€410–723
Train
1. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbftrain 38 / ...
2. Take the train from Villach Hbf to Lienz In Osttiroltrain
3. Take the train from Lienz to Fortezzatrain 400
4. Take the train from Fortezza/Franzensfes to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 35m
€77–117
Fly Ljubljana to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Ljubljana (LJU) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane LJU - MUC
2. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
8h 45m
€283–522

Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Innsbruck Airport (INN) flights

7Weekly Planes

2h 40mAverage Duration

€195Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ljubljana to Merano.

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Distance: 538.3 km
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Ljubljana, Slovenia and Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy?

You can take a train from Ljubljana to Merano Meran via Villach Hbf, Lienz In Osttirol, Lienz, Fortezza, and Fortezza/Franzensfes in around 9h 35m.

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