What is the cheapest way to get from Palmi to Modica?

The cheapest way to get from Palmi to Modica is to train which costs €27 - €40 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmi to Modica?

The fastest way to get from Palmi to Modica is to ferry and drive which takes 3h 28m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Palmi and Modica?

No, there is no direct bus from Palmi to Modica. However, there are services departing from Palmi and arriving at Modica via Villa San Giovanni and Catania. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Palmi and Modica?

No, there is no direct train from Palmi to Modica. However, there are services departing from Palmi and arriving at Modica via Villa S.Giovanni and Siracusa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Palmi to Modica?

The distance between Palmi and Modica is 254 km.

How do I travel from Palmi to Modica without a car?

The best way to get from Palmi to Modica without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 7h 11m and costs €18 - €65.

How long does it take to get from Palmi to Modica?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Palmi to Modica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmi to Modica bus from?

Palmi to Modica bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Villa San Giovanni station.

Where do I catch the Palmi to Modica train from?

Palmi to Modica train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Villa S.Giovanni station.

Train or bus from Palmi to Modica?

The best way to get from Palmi to Modica is to bus which takes 7h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs €27 - €40 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Palmi to Modica bus arrive?

Palmi to Modica bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Catania station.

Where does the Palmi to Modica train arrive?

Palmi to Modica train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Siracusa station.

How do I get a train ticket from Palmi to Modica?

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Where can I stay near Modica?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Modica.

Palmi to Modica - 5 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Palmi to Modica by car ferry, bus, ferry, train, car, or train (Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Car ferry, bus
best
1. Take the car ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittima
2. Take the bus from Messina Piazza della Repubblica to Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino
3. Take the bus from Catania Piazza Paolo Borsellino to Modica Terminal Bus Station
7h 11m
€19–63
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Villa S.Giovanni to Messina MarittimaV1 / ...
2. Take the train from Messina Centrale to SiracusaRe
3. Take the train from Siracusa to ModicaRe
8h 3m
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina Marittima
2. Drive from Messina Marittima to Modica
3h 28m
€38–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Villa San Giovanni to CataniaN528 / ...
2. Take the bus from Catania to Modica
7h 25m
Train
1. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to SiracusaIc
2. Take the train from Siracusa to ModicaRe
8h 25m
€28–39

Palmi to Modica by train, car ferry, foot, and bus

10Weekly Services

7h 11mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 253.7 km
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Palmi, Italy and Modica, Italy?

You can take a bus from Palmi to Modica via Villa S. Giovanni, Villa San Giovanni, and Catania in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palmi to Modica via Villa S.Giovanni and Siracusa in around 8h 25m.

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