- Must visit
Kunsthaus Zürich
Zurich’s leading art museum, known for major European works, Swiss art, and high-profile temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Modena to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Zurich will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 3 buses that leave Modena for Zurich on Fri, Jul 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 54 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 12 h 15 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus
2494
Regionale TTPER 17400+
2494
2494
Regionale TTPER 17400+
2494
FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 bus with prices starting from $26. 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 bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $214 Average price | $177 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Modena to Zurich:
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modena to Zurich costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $176 (€145) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modena to Zurich costing on average $214 (€176).
Other travel options to Zurich take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Bus takes on average 7h 25m.
Tickets start at around $38 (€31) compared to roughly $177 (€146) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $140 (€115). The journey takes 7h 25m versus 5h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:53AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 11h22 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:21AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:21AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 7h54 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Zurich buses for today, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 12h15 | 9:20 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17400+ 2494 | 12:53 AM Modena station | 11h22 | 12:15 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 1 transfer | |
2494 | 4:21 AM Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 7h54 | 12:15 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Modena to Zurich run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 7h 54m.
Distance 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 7h 54m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Most Modena to Zurich buses use the Modena, Terminal via Gottardi to Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) station pair, with some services arriving at Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof). Use this guide to compare Modena and Zurich bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Elevators, ramps.
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