What is the cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Modane?

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Modane is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lausanne to Modane?

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Modane is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Modane?

No, there is no direct bus from Lausanne to Modane. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Modane via St Michel Valloire. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Modane?

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Modane. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Modane via Genève, Bellegarde and Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Modane?

The distance between Lausanne and Modane is 257 km. The road distance is 232.7 km.

How do I travel from Lausanne to Modane without a car?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Modane without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs €19 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Lausanne to Modane?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Lausanne to Modane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Modane bus from?

Lausanne to Modane bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Lausanne station.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Modane train from?

Lausanne to Modane train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Lausanne station.

Train or bus from Lausanne to Modane?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Modane is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €170 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Lausanne to Modane bus arrive?

Lausanne to Modane bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne station.

Where does the Lausanne to Modane train arrive?

Lausanne to Modane train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Genève station.

Can I drive from Lausanne to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Modane is 233 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Lausanne to Modane.

How do I get a train ticket from Lausanne to Modane?

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Where can I stay near Modane?

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Lausanne to Modane - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lausanne to Modane by bus, train, car, or train (TGV, Trenitalia)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lausanne to Saint-Michel-de-Mauriennebus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 20m
€19–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Geneva - Bus Station to Chambéry - Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
5h 58m
€38–112
Drive 232.7 km
1. Drive from Lausanne to Modanecar 232.7 km
2h 49m
€41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Lausanne to Genèvetrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Bellegarde to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modanetrain Ter
6h 7m
€46–161

Lausanne to Modane by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 20mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 257 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Lausanne, Switzerland and Modane, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Lausanne to Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne once daily. Tickets cost €15–28 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lausanne to Modane via Genève, Bellegarde, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 6h 7m.

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