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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Modena is to bus which costs €30 - €70 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Modena is to fly and train which takes 4h 27m and costs €90 - €550.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Modena?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Modena. However, there are services departing from Zürich and arriving at Modena - Autostazione via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Modena. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Modena via Zürich HB, Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Modena?

The distance between Switzerland and Modena is 435 km. The road distance is 453.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Modena without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Switzerland to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Modena bus from?

Switzerland to Modena bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Modena train from?

Switzerland to Modena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Modena?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Modena is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €55 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Switzerland to Modena bus arrive?

Switzerland to Modena bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Where does the Switzerland to Modena train arrive?

Switzerland to Modena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Modena?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Modena is 453 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Switzerland to Modena.

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

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Where can I stay near Modena?

There are 994+ hotels available in Modena.

Switzerland to Modena - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Switzerland to Modena by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to LuganoIc2 / ...
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano CentraleEc
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to ModenaIc
6h 54m
€59–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Ausstellungsstrasse to Modena Terminal GottardiItabus
9h 41m
€30–68
Bus via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio
8h 45m
€40–57
Drive 453.3 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Modena453.3 km
4h 49m
€79–114
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)ZRH - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Modena
4h 27m
€92–507
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)ZRH - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centrale
5h 32m
€98–600
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)ZRH - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna Centrale
6h 21m
€95–543

Switzerland to Modena by train

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Distance: 435.1 km
Duration: 6h 54m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Modena, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Modena via Zürich HB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, Gruppo Di Maio operates a bus from Zürich to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio twice a week. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 8h.

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