At the moment, it is not possible to take bicycles on the train until the end of March 2026, as the train service is suspended due to track maintenance work. Replacement buses are operating, but bicycles cannot be transported on these buses.
From April 2026, bicycles can again be transported on the train.
The Südtirol Bike shuttle service will be available again from the end of March 2026, and the BikeLiner shuttle is expected to resume operation from early July 2026.
If you'd like to explore Val Venosta by bike, you have several transport options:
Bike transport on regional trains
On the Merano – Malles railway line, bike transport is allowed depending on
space availability.
- Regional trains can carry approx.
16–20 bikes in designated compartments.
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No reservations possible.
- In case of overcrowding, train staff may
deny bike transport, even with a valid ticket.
BikeLiner Shuttle
A convenient and reliable alternative is the
BikeLiner Shuttle, a special bike transport service departing from
Merano train station.
Departure times – Merano station (bus stop, platform B):
🕘 09:10 | 🕙 10:10 | 🕒 15:10 | 🕓 16:10
Important:
- Bikes must be checked in at least
15 minutes before departure!
- Late arrival will void your reservation.
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Online reservation is mandatory!
Book by 6:00 p.m. the day before at:
bikebooking.suedtirolmobil.info
Tickets & Prices
To use the BikeLiner Shuttle, you’ll need two tickets:
1. Valid travel ticket
(e.g. single ticket, MobilCard or SouthTyrol Guest Pass)
2. Daily bike ticket: € 7.00
Available at südtirolmobil ticket machines or via the südtirolmobil app.
Additional service: Südtirolbike
Südtirolbike is a private provider offering bike shuttle services throughout Val Venosta – perfect for customized bike tours.
Popular routes include:
- Merano – Resia Pass
- Merano – Stelvio Pass
Online reservation is required.
More info & booking:
www.suedtirolbike.info