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

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Modena is to bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Modena is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Modena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani and arriving at Modena Terminal Gottardi. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Modena. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Modena via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Lugano to Modena?

The distance between Lugano and Modena is 256 km. The road distance is 250.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Lugano to Modena without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €18 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Lugano to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Modena bus from?

Lugano to Modena bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Modena train from?

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

Train or bus from Lugano to Modena?

The best way to get from Lugano to Modena is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €18 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Lugano to Modena bus arrive?

Lugano to Modena bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Modena Terminal Gottardi station.

Where does the Lugano to Modena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lugano to Modena?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Modena is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Lugano to Modena.

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

Book your Lugano to Modena train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lugano to Modena bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Modena?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Lugano to Modena by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, 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 Lugano to Milano CentraleRe80 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to ModenaIc
4h 5m
€18–73
Bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio
4h 45m
€22–32
Drive 250.5 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Modena250.5 km
2h 39m
€44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani to Modena Terminal GottardiItabus
5h
€24–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lugano to PiacenzaEc
2. Take the bus from Piacenza to Modena - Autostazione
5h 8m
€57–99

Lugano to Modena by train

101Weekly Trains

4h 5mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.5 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Modena, Italy?

You can take a train from Lugano to Modena via Milano Centrale in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Lugano to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio twice a week. Tickets cost €20–29 and the journey takes 4h.

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