What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to Modena?

The cheapest way to get from Genoa to Modena is to bus via Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana Station which costs €13 - €35 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to Modena?

The fastest way to get from Genoa to Modena is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Modena?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Modena station. However, there are services departing from Genoa and arriving at Modena Station via Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Genoa and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Genoa to Modena. However, there are services departing from Genova P.Za Principe and arriving at Modena via Piacenza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Genoa to Modena?

The distance between Genoa and Modena is 245 km. The road distance is 223.1 km.

How do I travel from Genoa to Modena without a car?

The best way to get from Genoa to Modena without a car is to train via Piacenza which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €60.

How long does it take to get from Genoa to Modena?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Genoa to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Modena bus from?

Genoa to Modena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Genoa station.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Modena train from?

Genoa to Modena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Genova P.Za Principe station.

Train or bus from Genoa to Modena?

The best way to get from Genoa to Modena is to train via Piacenza which takes 3h 21m and costs €18 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana Station, which costs €13 - €35 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Genoa to Modena bus arrive?

Genoa to Modena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana station.

Where does the Genoa to Modena train arrive?

Genoa to Modena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Piacenza station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Modena?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Modena is 223 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Genoa to Modena.

How do I get a train ticket from Genoa to Modena?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Genoa to Modena?

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Where can I stay near Modena?

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Genoa to Modena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Genoa to Modena by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Piacenza
best
1. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to PiacenzaIc
2. Take the train from Piacenza to ModenaIc
3h 21m
€19–58
Bus via Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana482
4h 21m
€13–35
Drive 223.1 km
1. Drive from Genoa to Modena223.1 km
2h 57m
€35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Genova Brignole to Parma3283
2. Take the train from Parma to ModenaIc
4h 49m
€29–304
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa Via alle Sorgenti Sulfuree to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale VirgilioSatam 2
6h 45m
€26–36

Genoa to Modena by train

76Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 244.8 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Genoa, Italy and Modena, Italy?

You can take a train from Genova P.Za Principe to Modena via Piacenza in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Reggio Emilia AV Mediopadana 5 times a week. Tickets cost €13–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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