What is the cheapest way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda is to bus which costs €16 - €30 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

The fastest way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs €28 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Desenzano del Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Desenzano del Garda. However, there are services departing from Terme Merano and arriving at Peschiera del Garda via Meran. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Desenzano del Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Desenzano del Garda. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Bolzano Bozen and Verona Porta Nuova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

The distance between Merano and Desenzano del Garda is 214 km. The road distance is 183.2 km.

How do I travel from Merano to Desenzano del Garda without a car?

The best way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €21 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Desenzano del Garda bus from?

Merano to Desenzano del Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meran station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Desenzano del Garda train from?

Merano to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Merano Meran station.

Train or bus from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

The best way to get from Merano to Desenzano del Garda is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs €21 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €30 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Merano to Desenzano del Garda bus arrive?

Merano to Desenzano del Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Peschiera del Garda station.

Where does the Merano to Desenzano del Garda train arrive?

Merano to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Bolzano Bozen station.

Can I drive from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Desenzano del Garda is 183 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Merano to Desenzano del Garda.

How do I get a train ticket from Merano to Desenzano del Garda?

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Where can I stay near Desenzano del Garda?

There are 6794+ hotels available in Desenzano del Garda.

Merano to Desenzano del Garda - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merano Meran to Bolzano Bozentrain Re
2. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
2h 53m
€21–62
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meran to Peschiera del Gardabus 407
4h 20m
€16–30
Drive 183.2 km
1. Drive from Merano to Desenzano del Gardacar 183.2 km
1h 59m
€29–42
Line 201 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Terme Merano to Bolzano - Stazionebus 201
2. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
4h 6m

Merano to Desenzano del Garda by train

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Distance: 214.4 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Desenzano del Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from Merano Meran to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Bolzano Bozen and Verona Porta Nuova in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meran to Peschiera del Garda twice daily. Tickets cost €15–25 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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