How to get from Bellinzona to Merate by bus and train?

From Bellinzona to Merate by bus and train

To get from Bellinzona to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, take the EC train from Bellinzona station to Como San Giovanni station. Next, take the C146 bus from Como - San Giovanni Station station to Merate - De Gasperi Street (Hospital) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Bellinzona may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

147min
Train - ECEC
Bus - C146C146
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Bellinzona

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bellinzona
  • 2
    Train - ECEC
    Wait for train
    EC
    Como S. Giovanni
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Como San Giovanni
    54 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Como - San Giovanni Station
    ID COMO_A06
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - C146C146
    Wait for bus
    C146
    Bergamo
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merate - De Gasperi Street (Hospital)
    ID MERATA16
    73 min
  • 7
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Bellinzona to Merate by train

To get from Bellinzona to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC2 train from Bellinzona station to Lugano 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 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Bellinzona may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

141min
Train - IC2IC2
Train - RE80
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Bellinzona

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bellinzona
  • 2
    Train - IC2IC2
    Wait for train
    IC2
    Lugano
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lugano
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - RE80
    Wait for train
    RE80
    Milan Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monza
    64 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 Bellinzona to Merate

The distance between Bellinzona, Milan and Lombardy and Merate, Milan and Lombardy is approximately 97.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 147 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bellinzona to Merate by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milan and Lombardy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Bellinzona to Merate

To check the bus and train schedule from Bellinzona to Merate using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bellinzona) and destination (Merate), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

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From Bellinzona to Merate by train

To get from Bellinzona to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC2 train from Bellinzona station to Lugano 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 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Bellinzona may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

141min
Train - IC2IC2
Train - RE80
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Bellinzona

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bellinzona
  • 2
    Train - IC2IC2
    Wait for train
    IC2
    Lugano
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lugano
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - RE80
    Wait for train
    RE80
    Milan Central
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Monza
    64 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 Bellinzona to Merate?

    The fastest way takes 147 minutes, using Train line Zurich Central - Como S. Giovanni, Bus line C146.

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

    The alternative route takes 141 minutes, using Train line Lugano - Zurich Central Station, Train line Locarno - Chiasso - Como - Milan, Train line S8 Lecco - Carnate - Monza - Milano Porta Garibaldi.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 27 min.

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

    The EC train line goes from Como S. Giovanni station near Bellinzona to Como San Giovanni station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Como San Giovanni station near Merate in Milan and Lombardy.

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

    The total travel time between Bellinzona and Merate in Milan and Lombardy by train and bus is about 2 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the EC train from the Como S. Giovanni station near Bellinzona in Milan and Lombardy.

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

    Get off the train at the Como San Giovanni stop, which is closest to Merate in Milan and Lombardy.

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