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 26 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 23m.

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 45m 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 Chambéry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 SNCF Bus, depart from Modane 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 29m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 26 - SFr 50 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Modane to Lausanne bus arrive?

Modane to Lausanne bus services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Chambery Challes Les Eaux 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 45m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Modane to Lausanne by train (TGV), 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 Modane to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to GeneveTer
3. Take the train from Genève to LausanneIc1 / ...
4h 29m
CHF 42–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modane to Chambery Challes Les EauxAutocar
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to Lausanne1749 / ...
6h 23m
CHF 26–46
Drive 232.2 km
1. Drive from Modane to Lausanne232.2 km
2h 45m
CHF 38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Modane to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
2. Take the bus from Chambéry to Annemasse
3. Take the train from Annemasse to Lausanne
5h 45m
CHF 46–158

Modane to Lausanne by train

40Weekly Trains

4h 29mAverage Duration

CHF 42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 259.7 km
Duration: 4h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Modane to Lausanne via Chambery Challes Les Eaux and Chambéry in around 6h 23m.

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