The cheapest and fastest trains from Modena to Zurich
Cheapest price
£70
Average price
£95
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Zurich will cost around £95 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £70.
Of the 28 trains that leave Modena for Zurich every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 354 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 4 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.
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480+
EuroCity 34
Regionale TTPER 88172+
EuroCity 150
Regionale TTPER 90104 · Regionale TTPER 88172+
EuroCity 150
Regionale TTPER 90104 · Regionale TTPER 88172+
EuroCity 150
EuroCity 30
EuroCity 30
Intercity 608+
EuroCity 32
InterCityNotte 752+
EuroCity 12
Regionale TTPER 90126+
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+
EuroCity 122
Regionale TTPER 88172+
EuroCity 150Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach for Modena to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £69.
Distance: 354 km
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£84 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price |
6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 22m Average total duration 6h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Modena to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Zurich trains for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TTPER 90104 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150 | 06:40 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h47 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90104 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150 | 06:43 Modena Policlinico | 6h44 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90106+ FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ EuroCity 150 | 07:20 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h07 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90106+ FRECCIAROSSA 8804+ EuroCity 150 | 07:23 Modena Policlinico | 6h04 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2462+ EuroCity 150 | 07:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 13:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90110 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ EuroCity 16 | On time 08:40 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h47 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90110 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ EuroCity 16 | On time 08:43 Modena Policlinico | 6h44 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2466+ EuroCity 16 | On time 09:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 15:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90114 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ EuroCity 18 | 10:38 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h49 | 17:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90114 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ EuroCity 18 | 10:41 Modena Policlinico | 6h46 | 17:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2470+ EuroCity 18 | 11:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 17:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90116+ EuroCity 30 | 12:02 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h25 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90116+ EuroCity 30 | 12:05 Modena Policlinico | 6h22 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90118 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 120 | On time 12:42 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h45 | 19:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90118 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 120 | On time 12:45 Modena Policlinico | 6h42 | 19:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 30 | 12:52 Modena station | 5h35 | 18:27 Zurich HB | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2474+ EuroCity 120 | On time 13:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 19:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90122+ Intercity 608+ EuroCity 32 | 14:02 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h25 | 20:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90122+ Intercity 608+ EuroCity 32 | 14:05 Modena Policlinico | 6h22 | 20:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Intercity 608+ EuroCity 32 | 14:28 Modena station | 5h59 | 20:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90124 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 122 | 14:42 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h45 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90124 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 122 | 14:45 Modena Policlinico | 6h42 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale TTPER 90126+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ EuroCity 122 | 15:22 Modena Piazza Manzoni | 6h05 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2478+ EuroCity 122 | 15:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 90126+ FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ EuroCity 122 | 15:25 Modena Policlinico | 6h02 | 21:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3920 · Regionale TTPER 2480+ EuroCity 34 | 16:00 Modena station | 6h27 | 22:27 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
InterCityNotte 752+ EuroCity 12 | 04:26 Modena station | 6h01 | 10:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2458+ EuroCity 14 | 05:23 Modena station | 6h04 | 11:27 Zurich HB | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Modena to Zurich
Trains from Modena to Zurich run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:40, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 354 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 354 km |
Average train duration 5h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 35m |
First train 00:40 |
Last train 19:33 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Modena to Zurich trainsTrenitalia, Trenitalia EuroCity, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Modena and Zurich from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Modena to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to Zurich 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 Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Modena and Zurich
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Viale Monte Kosica.
- Ristorante da Danilo
- Osteria Francescana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Estense
- Hotel Europa
- Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for regional and high-speed trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and high-speed services
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access via Via del Pozzo.
- Ristorante da Danilo
- Osteria Francescana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia
- Hotel Estense
- Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Piazza Dante Alighieri.
- Ristorante da Danilo
- Osteria Francescana
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Estense
- Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel
- Hotel Canalgrande
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the main entrance
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
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