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 via Milan which costs SFr 50 - SFr 100 and takes 7h 46m.

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 2m and costs SFr 75 - 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 200.

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.

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 2m 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Zuerich HbEc
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to AarauIc5 / ...
6h 19m
CHF 89–192
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Zurich AusstellungsstrasseItabus
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to AarauIc5 / ...
8h 26m
CHF 47–123
Bus, train via Milan
1. Take the bus from Modena - Autostazione to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Zurich Bus Station519 / ...
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to AarauIc5 / ...
7h 46m
CHF 52–98
Drive 464.3 km
1. Drive from Modena to Aarau464.3 km
5h 2m
CHF 76–109
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Zurich Airport, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BLQ - ZRH
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarau
5h 23m
CHF 108–493
Train
1. Take the train from Modena to RotkreuzEc
2. Take the train from Rotkreuz to AarauS26 / ...
6h 29m
CHF 102–167
Fly Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Basel (BSL)BLQ - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Aarau
7h 31m
CHF 87–501
Train to Florence Peretola Airport, fly to Zurich Airport, train
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.
2. Fly from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)FLR - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarau
6h 25m
CHF 114–582
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centrale
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Malpensa Aeroporto T1
3. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)MXP - ZRH
4. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Aarau
7h 8m
CHF 105–283

Modena to Aarau by train

66Weekly Trains

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.

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