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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Modena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £540.
Distance: 354 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£99 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £540 Average Price | £130 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Modena:
A coach is £66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Modena costing on average £99.
A coach is £480 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Modena costing on average £513.
Other travel options to Modena take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 37m.
Tickets start at around £99 compared to roughly £130 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 5h 25m versus 5h 10m 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.
How to get to Modena from Zurich by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Zurich to Modena is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Modena are Bologna, Parma, Reggio Emilia, Ferrara and Florence. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Modena on Omio.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Zurich to Modena.
This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Modena:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Modena costing on average £99.
A coach is £503 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Zurich to Modena costing on average £540.
Other travel options to Modena take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 49m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Zurich and Modena as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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