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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Modena is to bus and train which costs €30 - €65 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Modena is to fly and train which takes 4h 6m and costs €95 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Modena?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich 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 Zurich and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Modena. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Modena via Como S. Giovanni and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Zurich to Modena?

The distance between Zurich and Modena is 433 km. The road distance is 453.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Modena without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €110 - €340.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Zurich to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Modena bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Zurich to Modena train from?

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

Train or bus from Zurich to Modena?

The best way to get from Zurich to Modena is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs €110 - €340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €60 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Zurich to Modena bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Modena train arrive?

Zurich to Modena train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Como S. Giovanni station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Modena?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Modena is 454 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Zurich to Modena.

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

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Where can I stay near Modena?

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Zurich to Modena - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Zurich to Modena

Rome2Rio compared 9 ways to get from Zurich to Modena. The best route is Train, a distance of 353.589 km.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovannitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain S11
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modenatrain Ic
6h 31m
€114–333
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich Bus Station to Parmabus 36
2. Take the train from Parma to Modenatrain Ic
8h 24m
€31–63
Drive 453.5 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Modenacar 453.5 km
4h 50m
€80–116
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane ZRH - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Modenatrain
4h 6m
€98–283
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgiliobus
8h 45m
€40–57
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane ZRH - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
5h 20m
€119–395
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane ZRH - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modenatrain
6h 1m
€98–254
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane ZRH - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna Centraletrain
5h 56m
€110–350
Fly to Verona Villafranca Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)plane ZRH - VRN
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bologna Centraletrain
7h 42m
€136–385

Zurich to Modena by train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 433 km
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Zurich, Switzerland and Modena, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich HB to Modena via Como S. Giovanni and Milano Centrale in around 6h 31m. 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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