How to get to Modena from Genoa

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Compare train, coach and flight for Genoa to Modena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Modena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £29, while a flight costs an average of £353.

Distance: 160 km

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£29

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£36

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£353

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£53

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3h 55m

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3h 25m

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5h 37m

Average total duration

5h 7m

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30m

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4h 37m

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2h 37m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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ITA

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Modena is a train with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Modena:

A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Genoa to Modena costing on average £36.

A train is £325 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Modena costing on average £353.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Modena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Modena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

Coach takes on average 5h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Genoa and Modena including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £29 compared to roughly £53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £24. The journey takes 3h 25m versus 3h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Genoa to Modena

How to get to Modena from Genoa by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Genoa to Modena is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:256h00
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    19:25Modena, Terminal via Gottardi
    £191One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    13:256h00
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    19:25Modena, Terminal via Gottardi
    £191One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • IntercityIntercity 635+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2089 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2477
    17:193h06
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    20:25Modena station
    £251One-way
    2 changes

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3040 · Regionale TTPER 2091
    17:443h12
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    20:56Modena station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2067
    5:443h12
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    8:56Modena station
    £201One-way
    1 change
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 2090
    17:143h42
    Genoa Piazza Principe
    20:56Modena station
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:156h05
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    17:20Modena, Terminal via Gottardi
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:406h40
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    15:20Modena, Terminal via Gottardi
    £191One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:306h30
    Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia
    9:00Modena, Terminal via Gottardi
    £251One-way
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1384 · AZ1319
    11:203h25
    Genoa Airport
    14:45Bologna Airport
    £1591One-way
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1380 · AZ1311
    6:503h30
    Genoa Airport
    10:20Bologna Airport
    £1821One-way
    1 change
  • ITAAZ1392 · AZ1321
    19:203h30
    Genoa Airport
    22:50Bologna Airport
    £2611One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Modena by train

The most popular day trips by train from Modena are Bologna, Parma, Reggio Emilia, Florence and Ferrara. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Modena on Omio.

A view of Bologna

Day trip from Modena to Bologna by train

Why visit Bologna for the day?

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.

A view of Parma

Day trip from Modena to Parma by train

Why visit Parma for the day?

Parma is known for elegant squares, Romanesque landmarks and a food culture centred on Parmigiano Reggiano and Prosciutto di Parma. Its compact historic centre and calm, refined atmosphere make it easy to explore.

A view of Reggio Emilia

Day trip from Modena to Reggio Emilia by train

Why visit Reggio Emilia for the day?

Reggio Emilia is known for elegant squares, rich Emilian cooking and the Reggio Emilia approach to early years education. Its compact historic centre feels polished and local, with arcades, markets and civic buildings shaping daily life.

A view of Florence

Day trip from Modena to Florence by train

Why visit Florence for the day?

Florence is known for Renaissance art and architecture, with the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio shaping its skyline. Despite its fame, it feels compact and lived-in, with busy piazzas, artisan workshops and a strong Tuscan food culture.

A view of Ferrara

Day trip from Modena to Ferrara by train

Why visit Ferrara for the day?

Ferrara is a Renaissance city in Emilia-Romagna, known for the moated Castello Estense and its Este past. Its UNESCO-listed centre is calm and elegant, with arcaded streets, palaces and a strong cycling culture.

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FAQs: Genoa to Modena

Travel to Modena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Genoa to Modena.

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There are 3 options to travel between Genoa and Modena including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Modena is a train with an average price of £29.

This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Modena:

A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Genoa to Modena costing on average £36.

A train is £325 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Modena costing on average £353.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Modena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 55m.

Other travel options to Modena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 37m.

Coach takes on average 5h 37m.

The Genoa to Modena distance is approximately 160 km.
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Modena is:
  • Around 32 trains per day.
  • Around 5 coaches per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genoa and Modena as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Genoa to Modena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Genoa Airport and arrive in Bologna Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Modena station.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Modena, Terminal via Gottardi.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Modena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo, Intercity Notte to go to Modena by train.
  • Travel with ITA, Air Dolomiti to go to Modena by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Modena by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Genoa to Modena:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Regionale.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa to Modena often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Milan, Florence, Rome, Venice. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Modena and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Genoa to Modena, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Modena, you can taste traditional balsamic vinegar at a family-run acetaia, enjoy innovative Italian cuisine at the Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana, and explore Piazza Grande, the city's lively main square. Attend a performance at Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti or take a scenic walk along the Secchia River Park. Must-see sights include the Modena Cathedral, Ghirlandina Tower, Enzo Ferrari Museum, Ducal Palace, and Mercato Albinelli for local delicacies.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Modena, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Modena Cathedral, the Enzo Ferrari Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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