How to get from Brissago to Merate by ferry and train?

From Brissago to Merate by ferry and train

To get from Brissago to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take one ferry line and 2 train lines: take the ⛴ ferry from Brissago station to Porto Valtravaglia station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R21 train and finally take the S8 train from Milano Porta Garibaldi station to Cernusco-Merate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 31 min. The ferry and train schedule from Brissago may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

451min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - â›´â›´
Train - R21
Train - S8
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Brissago

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Brissago
    930 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Ferry - â›´â›´
    Wait for ferry
    â›´
    Stresa
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    810 m • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - R21
    Wait for train
    R21
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
    92 min
  • 7
    Train - S8
    Wait for train
    S8
    Lecco
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cernusco-Merate
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.79 km • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Brissago to Merate by ferry and train via â›´, R21 and R14

To get from Brissago to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take one ferry line and 2 train lines: take the ⛴ ferry from Brissago station to Porto Valtravaglia station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R21 train and finally take the R14 train from Milano Porta Garibaldi station to Paderno-Robbiate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 37 min. The ferry and train schedule from Brissago may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

457min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - â›´â›´
Train - R21
Train - R14
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Brissago

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Brissago
    930 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Ferry - â›´â›´
    Wait for ferry
    â›´
    Stresa
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    810 m • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - R21
    Wait for train
    R21
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
    92 min
  • 7
    Train - R14
    Wait for train
    R14
    Ponte San Pietro
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paderno-Robbiate
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.58 km • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Brissago to Merate

The distance between Brissago, Milan and Lombardy and Merate, Milan and Lombardy is approximately 132.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 451 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Brissago to Merate by ferry and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milan and Lombardy – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Ferry And Train schedule from Brissago to Merate

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from Brissago to Merate by ferry and train via â›´, R21 and R14

To get from Brissago to Merate in Milan and Lombardy, you’ll need to take one ferry line and 2 train lines: take the ⛴ ferry from Brissago station to Porto Valtravaglia station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the R21 train and finally take the R14 train from Milano Porta Garibaldi station to Paderno-Robbiate station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 37 min. The ferry and train schedule from Brissago may change. We recommend you check the updated ferry and train schedule to Merate on the Moovit app.

457min
Walk to ferry station
Ferry - â›´â›´
Train - R21
Train - R14
Walk to Merate
Leaves from Brissago

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Brissago
    930 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Ferry - â›´â›´
    Wait for ferry
    â›´
    Stresa
  • 3
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Porto Valtravaglia
    810 m • 11 min
  • 5
    Train - R21
    Wait for train
    R21
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Milano Porta Garibaldi
    92 min
  • 7
    Train - R14
    Wait for train
    R14
    Ponte San Pietro
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Paderno-Robbiate
    35 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merate
    Walk to
    Merate
    2.58 km • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 451 minutes, using Ferry line Lake Maggiore | Arona - Locarno, Train line Luino - Gallarate - Milan, Train line S8 Lecco - Carnate - Monza - Milano Porta Garibaldi.

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

    The alternative route takes 457 minutes, using Ferry line Lake Maggiore | Arona - Locarno, Train line Luino - Gallarate - Milan, Train line Bergamo - Carnate - Milan.

  • Is there a direct ferry between Brissago and Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    No, you’ll have to take one ferry line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 31 min.

  • Which ferry line goes from Brissago to Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    The ⛴ ferry line goes from Brissago station near Brissago to Stresa station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Stresa station near Merate in Milan and Lombardy.

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

    The total travel time between Brissago and Merate in Milan and Lombardy by ferry and train is about 7 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the ferry near Brissago to get to Merate in Milan and Lombardy?

    Get on the â›´ ferry from the Brissago station near Brissago in Milan and Lombardy.

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

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

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