- Must visit
Puccini Museum - Casa Natale
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
95 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Modena to Lucca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Modena to Lucca will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
Of the 3 trains that leave Modena for Lucca on Fri, Jun 19, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 95 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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 train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Lucca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $20, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 59 miles (95 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Modena to Lucca:
A train is $0.82 (€0.67) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Modena to Lucca costing on average $23 (€19).
Other travel options to Lucca take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 51m.
Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 2h 31m versus 2h 15m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Modena to Lucca trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937+ 9959+ Regionale 18534 | 6:58 PM Modena station | 3h50 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937+ 8927+ Regionale 18486 | 6:58 PM Modena station | 2h51 | 9:49 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Regionale 18486 | 6:58 PM Modena station | 2h51 | 9:49 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3937+ 8927+ Regionale 18534 | 6:58 PM Modena station | 3h50 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 90134+ Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 7:02 PM Modena Piazza Manzoni | 3h46 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 90134+ Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 7:05 PM Modena Policlinico | 3h43 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19609+ 9959+ Regionale 18534 | 7:06 PM Modena station | 3h42 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19609+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 7:06 PM Modena station | 4h23 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19609+ 9959+ Regionale 18536 | 7:06 PM Modena station | 4h23 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 7:16 PM Modena station | 4h13 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ 9959+ Regionale 18534 | 7:16 PM Modena station | 3h32 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8823+ 9959+ Regionale 18536 | 7:16 PM Modena station | 4h13 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 18534 | 7:38 PM Modena station | 3h10 | 10:48 PM Lucca station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 599+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 7:38 PM Modena station | 3h51 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 2475+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 7:46 PM Modena station | 3h43 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 7:58 PM Modena station | 3h31 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 3939 · Regionale 17851 · Regionale 18536 | 7:58 PM Modena station | 3h31 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 19611+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 8:06 PM Modena station | 3h23 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8825+ 9961+ Regionale 18536 | 8:16 PM Modena station | 3h13 | 11:29 PM Lucca station | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 3:59 AM Modena | 3h30 | 7:29 AM Lucca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:06 PM Modena | 3h28 | 3:34 PM Lucca | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:06 PM Modena | 3h23 | 6:29 PM Lucca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Modena to Lucca run on average 27 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $13 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 59 miles (95 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 59 miles (95 km) |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 27 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Lucca — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lucca trip today.
The birthplace of composer Giacomo Puccini, displaying family rooms, manuscripts, instruments, and memorabilia linked to his life and work.
Small archaeological museum built around remains of ancient Roman houses, with mosaics and multimedia exhibits that reveal Lucca’s Roman past.
Lucca’s main art museum, housed in a historic villa and known for paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts from the city and wider Tuscany.
The city’s complete Renaissance walls, now a tree-lined pedestrian and cycling promenade with some of Lucca’s best views and social-media appeal.
Lucca’s famous oval piazza built over a Roman amphitheater, lined with colorful buildings and ideal for photography.
The main shopping and strolling street in the historic center, lively day and evening and perfect for absorbing local atmosphere.
Traditional Lucca pasta parcels filled with seasoned meat, herbs, and cheese, usually served with rich meat ragù. One of the city’s signature dishes.
A rustic Tuscan soup made with spelt, beans, vegetables, and olive oil. Strongly associated with the Lucca area and local farmhouse cooking.
A historic spring soup from Lucca made with peas, asparagus, artichokes, fava beans, and often pancetta or minced meat. A celebrated seasonal specialty.
Refined restaurant near Piazza Del Giglio offering polished Tuscan cooking and a more upscale dining experience.
Historic and well-known Lucca restaurant serving classic Tuscan and Lucchese dishes in an elegant, traditional setting.
Established casual trattoria popular for hearty local specialties such as tordelli and other traditional Tuscan plates.
Lucca is moderate by Italian standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great service is appreciated. Small change for cafes is enough.
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