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Muséobar - Musée de la Frontière
Main local museum presenting Maurienne history, Alpine life, and heritage collections. Best starting point for understanding Modane and its valley.
Cheapest price
$113
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
1 h 59 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
201 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan Centrale to Modane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan Centrale to Modane will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $113.
Of the 15 trains that leave Milan Centrale for Modane on Sun, Aug 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 201 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 59 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 53 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.
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9246Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan Centrale to Modane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $60, and a train costs an average of $60.
Distance: 124 miles (201 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$116 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Modane take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
The journey is about 20m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly $44 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($116 (€94) vs $161 (€130)). 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.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa, Regionale.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan Centrale to Modane trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:48 PM Milan Centrale | 2h04 | 3:52 PM Modane | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:48 PM Milan Centrale | 2h04 | 4:52 PM Modane | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:53 PM Milan Centrale | 1h59 | 4:52 PM Modane | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9292 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h10 | 8:35 AM Modane station | 0 transfersDirect | |
9900+ 9246 | 7:30 AM Milan Centrale | 7h33 | 3:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
8926+ 9246 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 5h33 | 3:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
8926+ 9250 | 9:30 AM Milan Centrale | 9h33 | 7:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9904+ 9250 | 10:02 AM Milan Centrale | 9h01 | 7:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9904+ 9246 | 10:02 AM Milan Centrale | 5h01 | 3:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9908+ 9246 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 3h53 | 3:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9908+ 9250 | 11:10 AM Milan Centrale | 7h53 | 7:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9912+ 9246 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 3h01 | 3:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
9912+ 9250 | 12:02 PM Milan Centrale | 7h01 | 7:03 PM Modane station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan Centrale to Modane run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 14:53. The fastest train covers the 124 miles (201 km) distance in 1h 59m.
Distance 124 miles (201 km) |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 59m |
First train 4:20 AM |
Last train 2:53 PM |
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Main local museum presenting Maurienne history, Alpine life, and heritage collections. Best starting point for understanding Modane and its valley.
Museum in Aussois inside historic forts, explaining Alpine fortifications and military life. Worth visiting for regional defense history.
Modern science museum in Avrieux dedicated to the nearby underground laboratory and particle physics. Unusual and memorable for curious visitors.
High mountain pass zone historically tied to trade and travel between France and Italy. A classic excursion area with sweeping landscapes.
Main pedestrian-friendly center area for everyday Modane life, shops, and access to civic buildings. Best for a first walk through town.
Mountain resort district above Modane, popular for hiking in summer and skiing in winter. A lively base with broad alpine views.
Gratin of potato slices with cream, onions and Beaufort cheese. A classic Savoyard mountain dish prized for rich alpine dairy flavors.
Thin buckwheat crepe from nearby Savoie, often filled with local cheese, ham or egg. Traditional alpine comfort food found across the valley.
Melted Beaufort, Comte and Emmental with white wine, served with bread. A convivial winter specialty rooted in Savoy mountain dining.
Traditional Savoyard restaurant serving mountain specialties such as fondue and tartiflette in a warm alpine setting.
Casual pizzeria and Italian restaurant in Modane known for reliable pizzas, pasta and a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere.
Established casual brasserie for regional plates, pizzas and daily menus. Convenient for travelers and popular with locals.
Moderate for the French Alps: lodging rises in ski season, but dining and local transit are similar to other small mountain towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis: round up. Cafes: leave small change if service was good.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan Centrale to Modane 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 Modane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan Centrale to Modane trains use the Milano Centrale to Modane station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan Centrale and Modane train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Modane has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Morricone, Le Refuge Gourmand
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Ticket office support is available at Modane. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modane. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modane: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modane: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modane: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel de la Gare, Le Perce Neige.
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