- Must visit
Musée cantonal des Beaux-Arts Lausanne (MCBA)
Flagship art museum in the Plateforme 10 district, with major Swiss and international works from past centuries to today.
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
393 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Lausanne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Lausanne will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
Of the 1 trains that leave Modena for Lausanne on Wed, Aug 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 393 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Modena to Lausanne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $101. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $101, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 244 miles (393 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $128 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 9h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 5m Average total duration 15h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Modena to Lausanne:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modena to Lausanne costing on average $132.
A bus is $43 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Modena to Lausanne costing on average $170.
Other travel options to Lausanne take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 0m.
Flight takes on average 15h 5m.
You'll arrive about 12m sooner (5h 35m by train vs 5h 47m by car). Tickets start at around $132 compared to roughly $111 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Lausanne trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:23 PM Modena | 6h25 | 7:48 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:23 PM Modena | 6h51 | 9:14 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 12:23 PM Modena | 6h25 | 6:48 PM Lausanne | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Modena to Lausanne run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $103 but you can travel from only $101 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (393 km) distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 244 miles (393 km) |
Average train duration 5h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $103 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 5:22 AM |
Last train 4:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to Lausanne 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 Lausanne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Modena to Lausanne trains use the Modena to Lausanne station pair. Use this guide to compare Modena and Lausanne train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Modena has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Hotel Europa, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Modena, Policlinico is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Policlinico has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Policlinico. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Policlinico: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Policlinico: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Real Fini Via Emilia, Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel.
Modena, Piazza Manzoni is 1 km from Modena city centre. Public transport options include:
Modena, Piazza Manzoni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante da Danilo, Osteria Francescana
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Modena, Piazza Manzoni: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Estense, Best Western Premier Milano Palace Hotel, Hotel Canalgrande.
Lausanne has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Cafe du Grutli, Le Chalet Suisse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lausanne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lausanne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lausanne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lausanne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lausanne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Beau-Rivage Palace, Lausanne Palace, Hotel Continental.
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