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

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Locarno is to bus which costs SFr 25 - SFr 40 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Modena to Locarno is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 70.

Is there a direct bus between Modena and Locarno?

No, there is no direct bus from Modena to Locarno. However, there are services departing from Modena - Autostazione and arriving at Locarno, Debarcadero via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio and Bellinzona, Stazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Modena and Locarno?

No, there is no direct train from Modena to Locarno. 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 Locarno?

The distance between Modena and Locarno is 287 km. The road distance is 279 km.

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

The best way to get from Modena to Locarno without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Modena to Locarno bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Modena to Locarno train from?

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

Train or bus from Modena to Locarno?

The best way to get from Modena to Locarno is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs SFr 20 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus via Lugano, which costs SFr 24 - SFr 120 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Modena to Locarno bus arrive?

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

Where does the Modena to Locarno train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modena to Locarno?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Locarno is 279 km. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Modena to Locarno.

Where can I stay near Locarno?

There are 2532+ hotels available in Locarno.

Modena to Locarno - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Modena to Locarno by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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
CHF 21–67
Bus via Lugano
1. Take the bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo CianiItabus
5h 41m
CHF 25–114
Drive 279 km
1. Drive from Modena to Locarno279 km
3h 3m
CHF 46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Bellinzona Station
7h 3m
CHF 25–37

Modena to Locarno by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 46mAverage Duration

CHF 21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.2 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Modena to Locarno via Milano Centrale in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once daily. Tickets cost CHF 18–95 and the journey takes 4h 34m.

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