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

The cheapest way to get from Modane to Lugano is to train which costs SFr 18 - SFr 27 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modane to Lugano is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs SFr 40 - SFr 65.

Is there a direct train between Modane and Lugano?

No, there is no direct train from Modane to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Modane and arriving at Lugano via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Modane to Lugano?

The distance between Modane and Lugano is 316 km. The road distance is 283.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Modane to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 27.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Modane to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modane to Lugano train from?

Modane to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Modane station.

Where does the Modane to Lugano train arrive?

Modane to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Modane to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Modane to Lugano is 283 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Modane to Lugano.

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

Book your Modane to Lugano train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

There are 6038+ hotels available in Lugano.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Modane to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re 80 / ...
3h 53m
CHF 18–26
Drive 283.1 km
1. Drive from Modane to Luganocar 283.1 km
3h 21m
CHF 44–63
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Modane to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
3h 55m
CHF 42–74
Train via Como S. Giovanni
1. Take the train from Modane to Milano P.Garibalditrain Tgv
2. Take the train from Milano Porta Garibaldi to Como S.Giovannitrain S11 / ...
4h 58m
CHF 46–167

Modane to Lugano by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 316 km
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Modane to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 3h 53m.

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