
Day trip from Turin to Milan by train
Why visit Milan for the day?
Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Turin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £24, while a flight costs an average of £411.
Distance: 260 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £411 Average Price | £65 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Modena to Turin, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Modena to Turin:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Modena to Turin costing on average £29.
A train is £388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modena to Turin costing on average £411.
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 50m.
Coach takes on average 5h 42m.
The journey is about 1m faster (3h 11m by train vs 3h 12m by car) and roughly £42 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£24 vs £65). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Turin from Modena by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Modena to Turin is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Turin are Milan, Genoa, Asti, Aosta and Alessandria. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Turin on Omio.

Milan is Italy’s capital of fashion and finance, with a polished, modern feel. The Duomo, La Scala and aperitivo culture sit alongside renowned art and design.

Genoa is a historic Ligurian port known for its maritime past, grand palaces and maze-like old town. Its busy harbour, seafood culture and weathered elegance give the city a distinctly seafaring feel.

Asti is a historic Piedmont city best known for Asti Spumante, Moscato d'Asti and its traditional Palio. Medieval towers, Romanesque churches and lively piazzas give the centre a distinctly local character shaped by wine and food.

Aosta is an Alpine city known for Roman ruins, medieval churches and a dramatic mountain setting. Its compact centre feels historic yet lived-in, with a distinct Valdostan character shaped by Italian and French influences.

Alessandria is a practical Piedmontese city known for the star-shaped Cittadella and its arcaded centre. Its piazzas, markets and ties to nearby Monferrato give it a grounded local character.
Travel to Turin 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 Modena to Turin.

This is compared to other travel options from Modena to Turin:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Modena to Turin costing on average £29.
A train is £388 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modena to Turin costing on average £411.
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 50m.
Coach takes on average 5h 42m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Modena and Turin as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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