Modena to Lugano by train

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Overview: trains from Modena to Lugano

Find the key information for travelling by train from Modena to Lugano, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 04:40 View journey
Last train 22:43 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 51m View journey
Distance (km) 216
Trains / day 32 View all
Cheapest journey €40.09 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 18m
Train operators 18

Modena to Lugano by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Modena to Lugano? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 216 kilometres.

Cost of train tickets between Modena and Lugano

The cheapest train tickets from Modena to Lugano start at €39.93. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, . If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around .

Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Modena to Lugano is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 6 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.

Departure frequency and timetable from Modena to Lugano

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Modena to Lugano:

  • 04:40 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:43 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:26 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 21:10 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 13 minutes from Modena toward Lugano.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 32 trains serving this route each day.

How long does the train from Modena to Lugano take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 51 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 216 kilometres.

How far in advance Modena and Lugano tickets go on sale

Tickets for travel between Modena and Lugano are available 6 months in advance. To be notified by email when a certain travel date goes on sale, set up a booking alert.

Further insights on trains from Modena to Lugano

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Lugano city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Modena to Lugano

Want to know more about your journey from Modena to Lugano? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The distance between Modena and Lugano is 216 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.