The cheapest and fastest trains from Modena to Lugano
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Lugano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Lugano will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $55.
Of the 2 trains that leave Modena for Lugano every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Modena to Lugano
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Lugano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 216 km
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$52 Average Price | $37 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Modena to Lugano train times
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Lugano trains for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:23 am Modena | 4h05 | 10:28 am Lugano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:23 pm Modena | 4h05 | 4:28 pm Lugano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Modena to Lugano
Trains from Modena to Lugano run on average 20 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 but you can travel from only $26 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 19:30 |
Train companies: Trenitalia, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia EuroCity from Modena to Lugano trainsTrenitalia, Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Trenitalia EuroCity trains will get you between Modena and Lugano from $26. 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 Lugano train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to Lugano 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 Lugano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Modena, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lugano FLP, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Modena and Lugano
- 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
- 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
- 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 - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Via Maraini.
- Ristorante Grand Café Al Porto
- Ristorante Trani
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Lugano Dante Center
- Hotel Federale Lugano
- Hotel Pestalozzi Lugano
- Located in the main hall
- 116 places
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ponte Tresa
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Funicular: Connection to Lugano city center

