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

The cheapest way to get from Modane to Lausanne is to bus which costs SFr 17 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modane to Lausanne is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs SFr 35 - SFr 55.

Is there a direct bus between Modane and Lausanne?

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

Is there a direct train between Modane and Lausanne?

No, there is no direct train from Modane to Lausanne. However, there are services departing from Modane and arriving at Lausanne via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Genève. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Modane to Lausanne?

The distance between Modane and Lausanne is 260 km. The road distance is 232.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Modane to Lausanne without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Modane to Lausanne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modane to Lausanne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Modane to Lausanne train from?

Modane to Lausanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Modane station.

Train or bus from Modane to Lausanne?

The best way to get from Modane to Lausanne is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 17 - SFr 35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Modane to Lausanne bus arrive?

Modane to Lausanne bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Lausanne station.

Where does the Modane to Lausanne train arrive?

Modane to Lausanne train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux station.

Can I drive from Modane to Lausanne?

Yes, the driving distance between Modane to Lausanne is 232 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Modane to Lausanne.

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

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Where can I stay near Lausanne?

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Modane to Lausanne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Modane to Lausanne by train (TGV, 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
best
1. Take the train from Modane to Chambery Challes Les Eauxtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Genevetrain Ter
3. Take the train from Genève to Lausannetrain Ec / ...
4h 38m
CHF 34–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne to Lausannebus BlaBlaCar Bus
5h 20m
CHF 17–32
Drive 232.2 km
1. Drive from Modane to Lausannecar 232.2 km
2h 46m
CHF 38–54

Modane to Lausanne by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.8 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Modane to Lausanne via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Genève in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne to Lausanne once daily. Tickets cost CHF 13–26 and the journey takes 4h.

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