How to travel from Merano to Innsbruck

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Compare bus and train for Merano to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merano to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Rp24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Rp24, while a train costs an average of Rp32.

Distance: 42 miles (69 km)

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Driving

Rp32

Average price

Rp24

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Cheapest

Rp38

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 13m

Average total duration

2h 43m

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30m

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2h 46m

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2h 16m

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30m

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2h 17m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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ÖBB | Regionalzug

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Merano to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of Rp24.

This is compared to other travel options from Merano to Innsbruck:

A bus is Rp8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Merano to Innsbruck costing on average Rp32.

The fastest way to travel from Merano to Innsbruck is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Merano and Innsbruck including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Merano to Innsbruck among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around Rp32 compared to roughly Rp38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Rp6. The journey takes 2h 43m versus 2h 17m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Merano to Innsbruck

How to get from Merano to Innsbruck by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Merano to Innsbruck is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    9:30 AM2h10
    Merano
    11:40 AMInnsbruck
    Rp111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:30 AM2h10
    Merano
    11:40 AMInnsbruck
    Rp111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:30 AM2h10
    Merano
    11:40 AMInnsbruck
    Rp111One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    3:20 AM2h20
    Merano
    5:40 AMInnsbruck
    Rp151One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    6:15 AM2h20
    Merano
    8:35 AMInnsbruck
    Rp171One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    3:23 AM2h17
    Merano
    5:40 AMInnsbruck
    Rp171One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Merano to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Merano to Innsbruck.

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There are 2 options to travel between Merano and Innsbruck including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Merano to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of Rp24.

This is compared to other travel options from Merano to Innsbruck:

A bus is Rp8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Merano to Innsbruck costing on average Rp32.

The fastest way to travel from Merano to Innsbruck is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 13m.

The distance from Merano to Innsbruck is approximately 42 miles (69 km).
The average frequency per day from Merano to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Merano and Innsbruck as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Merano to Innsbruck:
  • Trains mostly depart from Merano/Meran and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Merano to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regionale, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB, ÖBB | REX to go to Innsbruck by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Merano to Innsbruck:
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Merano to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Milan. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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