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

The cheapest way to get from Modena to Lyon is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Modena to Lyon is to train and fly which takes 4h 57m and costs €70 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Modena and Lyon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Modena and arriving at Lione. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Modena and Lyon?

No, there is no direct train from Modena to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Modena and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Modena to Lyon?

The distance between Modena and Lyon is 620 km. The road distance is 589 km.

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

The best way to get from Modena to Lyon without a car is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs €70 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Modena to Lyon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lyon bus from?

Modena to Lyon bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Modena station.

Where do I catch the Modena to Lyon train from?

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

Train or bus from Modena to Lyon?

The best way to get from Modena to Lyon is to train which takes 7h 17m and costs €70 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus via Milan, which costs €40 - €80 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Modena to Lyon bus arrive?

Modena to Lyon bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Milano station.

Where does the Modena to Lyon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Modena to Lyon?

Yes, the driving distance between Modena to Lyon is 589 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Modena to Lyon.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lyon?

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Modena to Lyon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Modena to Lyon by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, train, 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 (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Modena to Milano Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Lyon Part Dieutrain Fr
7h 17m
€73–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Modena to Lionebus Modena
13h
€40–75
Bus via Milan
1. Take the bus from Modena to Milanobus Modena
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Lyon - Gerland Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 14m
€41–80
Drive 589 km
1. Drive from Modena to Lyoncar 589 km
5h 53m
€91–131
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Modena to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane BLQ - LYS
4h 57m
€74–282
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Modena to Parmatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Parma to Grenoblebus
3. Take the train from Grenoble to Lyon Part Dieutrain Ter
9h 44m
€54–170
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane VCE - LYS
6h 41m
€62–309
Train, train to Milano Malpensa Airport, fly
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 Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)plane MXP - LYS
6h 28m
€87–250

Modena to Lyon by train (Trenitalia)

14Weekly Trains

7h 17mAverage Duration

€73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 620.5 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Modena, Italy and Lyon, France?

You can take a train from Modena to Lyon Part Dieu via Milano Centrale in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Modena to Lyon - Gerland Bus Station via Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano in around 9h 14m.

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