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

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Lugano is to bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio which costs SFr 20 - SFr 29 and takes 5h 28m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Modena and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Modena Terminal Gottardi and arriving at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Modena and Lugano?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Modena and arriving at Lugano. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Modena to Lugano?

The distance between Modena and Lugano is 252 km. The road distance is 250.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Modena to Lugano without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Modena to Lugano, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lugano bus from?

Modena to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Modena Terminal Gottardi station.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lugano train from?

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

Train or bus from Modena to Lugano?

The best way to get from Modena to Lugano is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs SFr 18 - SFr 70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 18 - SFr 100 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Modena to Lugano bus arrive?

Modena to Lugano bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani station.

Where does the Modena to Lugano train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modena to Lugano?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Lugano is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Modena to Lugano.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Modena to Lugano?

Book your Modena to Lugano bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Lugano?

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Modena to Lugano - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Modena to Lugano 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 Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re 80
3h 25m
CHF 19–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Cianibus Itabus
4h 34m
CHF 18–100
Drive 250.9 km
1. Drive from Modena to Luganocar 250.9 km
2h 40m
CHF 41–59
Train via Milan
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain Re80 / ...
3h 26m
CHF 43–115
Train #2 (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Modena to Luganotrain Ec
3h 55m
CHF 50–100
Bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio
1. Take the bus from Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio to Luganobus
5h 28m
CHF 20–29

Modena to Lugano by train

113Weekly Trains

3h 25mAverage Duration

CHF 19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.4 km
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Modena to Lugano via Milano Centrale in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, Itabus S.p.A. operates a bus from Modena Terminal Gottardi to Lugano Via Giacomo and Filippo Ciani once a week. Tickets cost CHF 18–100 and the journey takes 4h 34m.

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