Without a car, Trento is the hub. From Verona Airport, a train to Trento takes 1 h 13 to 2 h with a change, according to an aggregator (checked 8 November 2026). Distance Verona airport to Trento is 78 to 90 km depending on the source.
By bus from Trento
The tourism board lists the Paganella direct bus from Trento every 30 minutes, 06:20 to 23:00 daily, about 1 h 10 to the plateau (visitmolveno.it, checked 8 November 2026). Other sources give line 611 Trento to Molveno at about 1 h 18, and line 751 Trento to Mezzocorona. We could not reconcile them, so check Trentino Trasporti, +39 0461 821000. No direct bus from Bolzano or Verona was found: change at Trento. Guests of partner accommodation get the Dolomiti Paganella Guest Card, which includes free Paganella public transport with ID.
By car
- From the A22, exit San Michele all’Adige, then the SS43 via Mezzolombardo and the SP237 towards Fai.
- Or exit Trento Nord and take the SP235.
- From Riva del Garda, take the SS421 via Ponte Arche.
- Do not follow navigation via Vezzano and Ranzo: cars cannot pass beyond Ranzo.
By air
Verona is the nearest large airport. Other airports are further and we did not verify their distances.
From the airport to Molveno
A private transfer avoids the train and bus change but we found no published price.
Once there, see where to stay in Molveno and the cable car.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Molveno from Verona airport?
Train to Trento (1 h 13 to 2 h with a change), then the Paganella bus. By car, use the A22.
How long does the bus from Trento take?
About 1 h 10 per the tourism board; other sources say 1 h 18.
Which road should I avoid?
The route via Vezzano and Ranzo: cars cannot pass beyond Ranzo.
Is there a direct bus from Bolzano or Verona?
We found none. Change at Trento.
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