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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Modane is to train which costs €20 - €55 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Modane is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Modane?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Modane. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Modane via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Lugano to Modane?

The distance between Lugano and Modane is 316 km. The road distance is 278.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Modane without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €20 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Lugano to Modane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Modane train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Modane?

The best way to get from Lugano to Modane is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs €20 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €150 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Lugano to Modane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Modane is 278 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Lugano to Modane.

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

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Where can I stay near Modane?

There are 6276+ hotels available in Modane.

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

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

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 Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to ModaneFr
4h 25m
€20–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Oulx480 / ...
6h 44m
€27–143
Drive 278.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Modane278.2 km
3h 16m
€49–70
Train via Monza
1. Take the train from Lugano to MonzaRe80
2. Take the train from Milano P.Garibaldi to ModaneTgv
5h 41m
€52–133

Lugano to Modane by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 25mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 316 km
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Lugano to Modane via Milano Centrale in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lugano to Modane via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, Oulx, and Oulx-Cesana-Clav.-S. in around 6h 44m.

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