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

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Aarau is to bus and train which costs SFr 40 - SFr 85 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modena to Aarau is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs SFr 70 - SFr 110.

Is there a direct train between Modena and Aarau?

No, there is no direct train from Modena to Aarau. However, there are services departing from Modena and arriving at Aarau via Milano Centrale and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Modena to Aarau?

The distance between Modena and Aarau is 467 km. The road distance is 464.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Modena to Aarau without a car is to train via Milan which takes 6h 19m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Modena to Aarau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modena to Aarau train from?

Modena to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Modena station.

Train or bus from Modena to Aarau?

The best way to get from Modena to Aarau is to train via Milan which takes 6h 19m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 65 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Modena to Aarau train arrive?

Modena to Aarau train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Modena to Aarau?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Aarau is 464 km. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Modena to Aarau.

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

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Where can I stay near Aarau?

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Modena to Aarau - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Modena to Aarau by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Milan
best
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
6h 19m
CHF 89–182
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Zurich Ausstellungsstrassebus Itabus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain Ic5 / ...
8h 26m
CHF 43–83
Drive 464.3 km
1. Drive from Modena to Aaraucar 464.3 km
5h 4m
CHF 72–104
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BLQ - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarautrain
5h 23m
CHF 104–294
Train
1. Take the train from Modena to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Aarautrain S11 / ...
6h 54m
CHF 109–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Olten Stationbus
10h 40m
CHF 49–65
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Basel (BSL)plane BLQ - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Aarautrain
7h 31m
CHF 91–299
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane FLR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarautrain
6h 26m
CHF 113–373
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane MXP - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarautrain
7h 8m
CHF 102–261
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VCE - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarautrain
7h 10m
CHF 118–336

Modena to Aarau by train

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6h 19mAverage Duration

CHF 89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 466.5 km
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Modena to Aarau via Milano Centrale, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Olten Station twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 40–55 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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