The cheapest and fastest buses from Munich to Merano
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€32
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 18
13
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Munich to Merano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Merano will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 13 buses from Munich to Merano, including 13 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus9:00 AM4h32Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:32 PMMarling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo)€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM4h32Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)5:32 PMMarling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo)€281One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 AM4h35Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:35 PMMarling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo)€291One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM4h35Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)5:35 PMMarling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo)€291One-way0 transfers
35915:40 PM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:05 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)€301One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:30 PM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)9:55 PMLana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:00 PM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)7:25 PMLana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter€341One-way0 transfers
FlixBus9:00 AM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)1:25 PMLana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter€331One-way0 transfers
FlixBus1:00 PM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)5:25 PMLana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter€331One-way0 transfers
35915:40 PM4h25Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)10:05 PMBolzano, Via Bruno Buozzi (Bozen Süd)€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Munich to Merano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Merano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 5m. 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 €30, while a train costs an average of €79.
Distance: 166 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price | €42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Merano:
A bus is €49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Merano costing on average €79.
Other travel options to Merano take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 40m.
Live departures
Munich to Merano bus times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Merano buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h25 | 3:40 PM Lana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h35 | 3:50 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h32 | 3:47 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h25 | 7:25 PM Lana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h35 | 7:35 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h32 | 7:32 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h35 | 10:05 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h25 | 9:55 PM Lana, Via Bolzano / Via Feldgatter | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) | 4h32 | 10:02 PM Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Munich to Merano
Buses from Munich to Merano run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 166 km distance in 4h 25m.
Distance 166 km |
Average bus duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 25m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Munich to MeranoYou can travel by bus between Munich to Merano with FlixBus for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Munich to Merano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich to Merano by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Merano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Munich to Merano
Most Munich to Merano buses use the München, ZOB to Marling, SS238 (Ponte Marlengo) station pair. Use this guide to compare Munich and Merano bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do buses to Merano leave from?
Getting to München, ZOB from Munich city centre
München, ZOB is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München, ZOB bus station facilities and services
München, ZOB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria München ZOB (in the station), Bavarian Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München, ZOB.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München, ZOB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München, ZOB: Elevators, ramps.
Which Merano station do buses from Munich arrive at?
Getting to Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme) from Merano city centre
Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme) bus station facilities and services
Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme). ATMs are available at Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Merano, Via Piave / Via Schiller (Terme): Station is accessible for wheelchairs.
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