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

The cheapest way to get from Lucerne to Merano is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 9h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lucerne to Merano is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Lucerne and Merano?

No, there is no direct bus from Lucerne to Merano. However, there are services departing from Luzern, Bahnhof and arriving at Terme Merano via Verona, Bolzano South and Merano-Maia Bassa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Lucerne and Merano?

No, there is no direct train from Lucerne to Merano. However, there are services departing from Luzern and arriving at Merano Meran via Thalwil, Sargans, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof and Brennero - Brenner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Lucerne to Merano?

The distance between Lucerne and Merano is 557 km. The road distance is 305.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Lucerne to Merano without a car is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs €26 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 9h 29m to get from Lucerne to Merano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Merano bus from?

Lucerne to Merano bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Luzern, Bahnhof station.

Where do I catch the Lucerne to Merano train from?

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

Train or bus from Lucerne to Merano?

The best way to get from Lucerne to Merano is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs €26 - €45. Alternatively, you can train via Mels, which costs €95 - €380 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Lucerne to Merano bus arrive?

Lucerne to Merano bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

Where does the Lucerne to Merano train arrive?

Lucerne to Merano train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Thalwil station.

Can I drive from Lucerne to Merano?

Yes, the driving distance between Lucerne to Merano is 306 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Lucerne to Merano.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Merano?

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Lucerne to Merano - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Lucerne to Merano by bus, train (Trenitalia), car, train, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Verona Porta Nuovabus
2. Take the bus from Verona to Bolzano Southbus 494 / ...
9h 29m
€26–42
Train via Mels
1. Take the train from Luzern to Thalwiltrain N7 / ...
2. Take the train from Thalwil to Sarganstrain
3. Take the train from Sargans to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
9h 58m
€95–375
Drive 305.8 km
1. Drive from Lucerne to Meranocar 305.8 km
4h 6m
€54–77
Train, fly to Munich International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Munich International Airport (MUC)plane ZRH - MUC
3. Take a shuttle bus from Flughafen München to Meranoshuttle
8h 29m
€247–459
Train
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain N7 / ...
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 4m
€86–430
Train via Bregenz
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich HBtrain N7 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
3. Take the train from Bregenz to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain Rjx / ...
4. Take the train from Brennero - Brenner to Merano Merantrain Re
10h 53m
€111–305
Train, fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, shuttle
1. Take the train from Luzern to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
3. Take a shuttle bus from Malpensa Airport - Milan to Meranoshuttle
8h 9m
€227–409

Lucerne to Merano by train

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Map of how to get from Lucerne to Merano.

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Distance: 557.1 km
Duration: 9h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Luzern, Bahnhof to Terme Merano via Verona Porta Nuova, Verona, Bolzano South, Meran, and Merano-Maia Bassa in around 9h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Luzern to Merano Meran via Thalwil, Sargans, Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof, and Brennero - Brenner in around 9h 58m.

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