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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno to Merano is to drive which costs €50 - €75 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno to Merano. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Merano Meran via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova and Bolzano Bozen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Locarno to Merano?

The distance between Locarno and Merano is 435 km. The road distance is 285.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Merano without a car is to train via Verona which takes 6h 16m and costs €80 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Locarno to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Locarno to Merano train from?

Locarno to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Locarno to Merano train arrive?

Locarno to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Merano is 285 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Locarno to Merano.

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

There are 2767+ hotels available in Merano.

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

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

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Train via Verona
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
6h 16m
€80–250
Drive 285.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Locarno to Meranocar 285.4 km
4h 15m
€50–72
Train, bus, shuttle
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milan Centrale Piazza Luigi di Savoia to Bergamo Airport Bus Stationbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Orio al Serio Airport to Meranoshuttle
6h 58m
€147–220
Train
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bolzano Bozentrain Fr
7h 6m
€79–198

Locarno to Merano by train

104Weekly Trains

6h 16mAverage Duration

€80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 435.5 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Locarno to Merano Meran via Milano Centrale, Verona Porta Nuova, and Bolzano Bozen in around 6h 16m.

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