What is the cheapest way to get from Zurich to Modane?

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Modane is to bus which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Zurich to Modane?

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Modane is to drive which takes 5h 3m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Modane?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Modane. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Modane via Chambery Challes Les Eaux. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Modane?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Modane. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Modane via Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Zurich to Modane?

The distance between Zurich and Modane is 493 km. The road distance is 441.9 km.

How do I travel from Zurich to Modane without a car?

The best way to get from Zurich to Modane without a car is to train via Milan which takes 6h 40m and costs €65 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Zurich to Modane?

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Zurich to Modane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Modane bus from?

Zurich to Modane bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Modane train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Modane?

The best way to get from Zurich to Modane is to train via Milan which takes 6h 40m and costs €65 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €70 and takes 9h 34m.

Where does the Zurich to Modane bus arrive?

Zurich to Modane bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Chambéry station.

Where does the Zurich to Modane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Modane?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Modane is 442 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Zurich to Modane.

How do I get a train ticket from Zurich to Modane?

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Where can I stay near Modane?

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Zurich to Modane - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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

Train via Milan
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 ModaneFr
6h 40m
€67–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to ChambéryFlixBus N1156
2. Take the bus from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneAutocar
9h 34m
€48–66
Drive 441.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Modane441.9 km
5h 3m
€78–112
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
7h 23m
€136–414
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to GenèveIc1 / ...
2. Take the train from Geneve to Chambery Challes Les EauxTer
3. Take the train from Chambery Challes Les Eaux to ModaneTer
7h 39m
€90–227
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
10h 54m
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
6h 37m
€90–268
Fly to Turin Caselle Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Turin Caselle Airport (TRN)ZRH - TRN
2. Take the train from Torino Porta Susa to Modane
9h 2m
€91–432

Zurich to Modane by train

14Weekly Trains

6h 40mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493 km
Duration: 6h 40m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Modane, France?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Modane via Lugano and Milano Centrale in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Zurich Bus Station to Modane via Chambéry and Chambery Challes Les Eaux in around 9h 34m.

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