
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£54
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£68
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 53 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 53 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Modane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Modane will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Milan to Modane, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 53 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Modane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 199 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£56 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest | £125 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Modane:
A coach is £36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Modane costing on average £56.
Other travel options to Modane take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 19m.
The journey is about 30m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly £69 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£56 vs £125). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Modane trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:10 Milan | 2h53 | 16:03 Modane | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:10 Milan | 2h53 | 17:03 Modane | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:10 Milan | 2h53 | 18:03 Modane | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Milan to Modane run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:26, the last at 20:14. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:26 |
Last train 20:14 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Museum in nearby Aussois on life and work in Haute Maurienne. Good for understanding local traditions, farming and mountain communities.
Interpretation space at Fort Marie-Christine presenting the history of the Esseillon forts and Alpine defence. Useful context before exploring the site.
Visitor exhibition area dedicated to Vanoise wildlife, landscapes and hiking. A practical stop for learning about the nearby national park.
Popular mountain resort above Modane with walking routes, summer lifts and Alpine scenery. A convenient base for hikes and panoramic views.
Historic defensive complex and walking area with forts, bridges and gorge views. Ideal for combining heritage visits with an outdoor stroll.
Scenic waterfall reached by an easy walk near the forts. The route is short, photogenic and popular with visitors seeking a natural stop.
A hearty Savoyard bake of potatoes, onions, bacon and reblochon. It is a mountain staple across Haute-Maurienne for its rich alpine cheese and winter comfort.
Thin buckwheat pancakes from nearby Savoie, often filled with local cheese, ham or egg. Buckwheat makes the base traditional and naturally gluten-free.
A bubbling dish of Beaufort cheese melted with white wine, eaten with bread. It is a classic communal alpine meal strongly tied to Savoyard dairy traditions.
Established pizzeria and Italian restaurant in central Modane, known for generous pizzas, pasta and a relaxed family atmosphere.
Traditional restaurant serving Savoyard specialities and hearty mountain cooking in a warm, straightforward setting popular with locals and travellers.
Casual crêperie and brasserie style venue for galettes, crêpes and simple regional dishes, convenient for an informal meal in town.
Moderate for the French Alps: lodging can rise in ski season, but everyday dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in larger resort towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; taxis can be rounded up, and small change is fine in cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Modane by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Modane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Modane trains use the Milano Centrale to Modane station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Modane train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano Certosa is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Certosa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Burger King, Ristorante Pizzeria La Certosa
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Certosa. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Milano Certosa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Certosa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Certosa: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Mirage, Klima Hotel Milano Fiere.
Modane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Morricone, Le Refuge Gourmand
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Modane. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modane. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modane: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Gare, Le Perce Neige.
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