The average train between Modica and Lugano takes 23h 26m and the fastest train takes 19h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Modica to Lugano. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Modica and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 5:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Modica is at 7:49 PM which arrives into Lugano at 12:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Siracusa and take an average of 23h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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26h 59m • 3 changes
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26h 59m • 3 changes
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28h 15m • 3 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Modica to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Modica station and arriving at Lugano station via Siracusa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 26m.
Modica to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Modica station.
Modica to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Modica to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Intercity and 2 other operators.
The distance between Modica and Lugano is 1,125.8 km. The road distance is 1,569 km.
You can take a train from Modica to Lugano via Siracusa, Roma Termini, and Milano Centrale in around 19h 6m.