What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane is to bus which costs €50 - €110 and takes 10h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

The fastest way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane is to drive which takes 5h 2m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Modane?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane. However, there are services departing from Zürich Flughafen and arriving at Modane via Zürich HB, Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

The distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) and Modane is 378 km. The road distance is 443.1 km.

How do I travel from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane without a car is to train via Milan which takes 7h 20m and costs €65 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane train from?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

The best way to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane is to train via Milan which takes 7h 20m and costs €65 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €110 and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane train arrive?

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Lugano station.

Can I drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane is 443 km. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane.

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Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane by plane, train, bus, car, or train (TGV)

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Fly to Turin Caselle Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)ZRH - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Modane
6h 44m
€89–420
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to ChambéryFlixBus N1156
2. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneAutocar
10h 13m
€50–102
Train via Milan
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 ModaneFr
7h 20m
€66–139
Drive 443.1 km
1. Drive from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane443.1 km
5h 2m
€77–111
Fly to Geneva International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)ZRH - GVA
2. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les Eaux
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to Modane
6h 5m
€128–385
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modane
5h 19m
€84–250
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to GenèveIc1
2. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneTer
8h 4m
€91–232
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Castione-Arbedo
2. Take the train from Castione to Malpensa Aeroporto T2
3. Take the bus from Milan Malpensa Airport Arrivals Terminal 2 to Turin Corso Bolzano
4. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to ModaneTgv
12h 28m

Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Modane by train

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7h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 377.8 km
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Zurich Airport (ZRH), Switzerland and Modane, France?

You can take a train from Zürich Flughafen to Modane via Zürich HB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Flughafen to Modane via Zürich HB, Zurich Bus Station, Chambéry, and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 10h 13m.

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