How to get from Balerna to Merate by train?

From Balerna to Merate by train

To get from Balerna to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S40 train from Balerna station to Chiasso station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE80 train and finally take the S8 train from Monza station to Cernusco-Merate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min. The ride fare is €5.60. The train schedule from Balerna may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

119min€5.60
Train - S40
Train - RE80
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Balerna

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balerna
  • 2
    Train - S40
    Wait for train
    S40
    Como S. Giovanni
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chiasso
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RE80
    Wait for train
    RE80
    Milan Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monza
    35 min
  • 6
    Train - S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Lecco
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cernusco-Merate
    19 min
  • 8
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.79 km • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balerna to Merate by train via S10, RE80 and S8

To get from Balerna to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S10 train from Balerna station to Chiasso station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE80 train and finally take the S8 train from Monza station to Cernusco-Merate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The ride fare is €5.60. The train schedule from Balerna may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

123min€5.60
Train - S10
Train - RE80
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Balerna

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balerna
  • 2
    Train - S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Chiasso
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chiasso
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RE80
    Wait for train
    RE80
    Milan Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monza
    35 min
  • 6
    Train - S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Lecco
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cernusco-Merate
    19 min
  • 8
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.79 km • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Balerna to Merate

The distance between Balerna, Milan and Lombardy and Merate, Milan and Lombardy is approximately 60.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 119 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balerna to Merate by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milan and Lombardy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Balerna to Merate

To check the train schedule from Balerna to Merate using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Balerna) and destination (Merate), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Alternative route from Balerna to Merate by train via S10, RE80 and S8

To get from Balerna to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S10 train from Balerna station to Chiasso station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the RE80 train and finally take the S8 train from Monza station to Cernusco-Merate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 3 min. The ride fare is €5.60. The train schedule from Balerna may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

123min€5.60
Train - S10
Train - RE80
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Balerna

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Balerna
  • 2
    Train - S10
    Wait for train
    S10
    Chiasso
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chiasso
    4 min
  • 4
    Train - RE80
    Wait for train
    RE80
    Milan Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monza
    35 min
  • 6
    Train - S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Lecco
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cernusco-Merate
    19 min
  • 8
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.79 km • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balerna to Merate?

    The fastest way takes 119 minutes, using Train line S40, Train line Locarno - Chiasso - Como - Milan, Train line S8 Lecco - Carnate - Monza - Milano Porta Garibaldi.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balerna to Merate?

    The alternative route takes 123 minutes, using Train line S10, Train line Locarno - Chiasso - Como - Milan, Train line S8 Lecco - Carnate - Monza - Milano Porta Garibaldi.

  • Is there a direct train between Balerna and Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 59 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balerna to Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    The S40 train line goes from Como S. Giovanni station near Balerna to Chiasso station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Chiasso station near Merate in Milan and Lombardy.

  • How long does it take to travel from Balerna to Merate in Milan and Lombardy by train?

    The total travel time between Balerna and Merate in Milan and Lombardy by train is about 1 hr 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Balerna to get to Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    Get on the S40 train from the Como S. Giovanni station near Balerna in Milan and Lombardy.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Balerna and Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    Get off the train at the Chiasso station, which is closest to Merate in Milan and Lombardy.

  • How much is the train fare from Balerna to Merate?

    The ride from Balerna to Merate costs €5.60.

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