What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena is to ferry and train which costs €19 - €75 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lake Maggiore and Modena?

No, there is no direct bus from Lake Maggiore to Modena. However, there are services departing from Locarno, Piazza Stazione and arriving at Modena - Autostazione via Bellinzona Station and Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Maggiore to Modena. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Modena via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Modena is 291 km. The road distance is 261.2 km.

How do I travel from Lake Maggiore to Modena without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €50 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Modena bus from?

Lake Maggiore to Modena bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Bellinzona Station.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Modena train from?

Lake Maggiore to Modena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Train or bus from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Modena is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, Stazione, which costs €17 - €40 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Modena bus arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Modena bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Modena train arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Modena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Modena?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Modena is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Modena.

Where can I stay near Modena?

There are 1015+ hotels available in Modena.

Lake Maggiore to Modena - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and ferry

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modenatrain Ic
4h 56m
€55–140
Bus via Lugano, Stazione
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Modena Terminal Gottardibus Itabus
6h 48m
€18–40
Drive 261.2 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Modenacar 261.2 km
2h 41m
€40–58
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Angera to Aronaferry 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Arona to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modenatrain Ic
5h 15m
€19–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bellinzona Station to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgiliobus
7h 1m
€32–48

Lake Maggiore to Modena by train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 291.2 km
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Modena, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Modena via Milano Centrale in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Modena Terminal Gottardi once daily. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 5h.

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