What is the cheapest way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore is to train which costs €22 - €75 and takes 3h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

The fastest way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Modena and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct bus from Modena to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Modena - Autostazione and arriving at Locarno, Piazza Stazione via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Modena and Lake Maggiore?

No, there is no direct train from Modena to Lake Maggiore. However, there are services departing from Modena and arriving at Locarno via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

The distance between Modena and Lake Maggiore is 287 km. The road distance is 260.8 km.

How do I travel from Modena to Lake Maggiore without a car?

The best way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €22 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lake Maggiore bus from?

Modena to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lake Maggiore train from?

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

Train or bus from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

The best way to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs €22 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Modena to Lake Maggiore bus arrive?

Modena to Lake Maggiore bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Bellinzona Station.

Where does the Modena to Lake Maggiore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modena to Lake Maggiore?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Lake Maggiore is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Modena to Lake Maggiore.

Where can I stay near Lake Maggiore?

There are 5122+ hotels available in Lake Maggiore.

Modena to Lake Maggiore - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Modena to Lake Maggiore by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, train, car, or ferry

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 Modena to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to LocarnoRe80
3h 46m
€23–72
Train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano CentraleFr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Arona
3. Take the ferry from Arona to Angera24 / ...
4h 10m
€22–73
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Station
7h 1m
€32–47
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Modena to Milano P.GaribaldiNj
2. Take the train from Milano Domodossola to Laveno Mombello LagoRe 1 / ...
5h 36m
€36–269
Drive 260.8 km
1. Drive from Modena to Stresa260.8 km
2h 40m
€41–59

Modena to Lake Maggiore by train

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3h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.2 km
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Modena, Italy and Lake Maggiore, Italy?

You can take a train from Modena to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Station twice a week. Tickets cost €23–35 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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