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Volandia Parco e Museo del Volo
Museum at nearby Volandia with historic aircraft, design, and aviation exhibits. It is a major regional attraction within easy reach of town.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modena to Sesto Calende among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 134 miles (216 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | |
3h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Modena to Sesto Calende:
A bus is $28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Modena to Sesto Calende costing on average $41.
Other travel options to Sesto Calende take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
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Trains from Modena to Sesto Calende run on average 47 times per day, taking around 3h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 22:26. The fastest train covers the 134 miles (216 km) distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 134 miles (216 km) |
Average train duration 3h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 |
Trains per day 47 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 10:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Museum at nearby Volandia with historic aircraft, design, and aviation exhibits. It is a major regional attraction within easy reach of town.
Main civic museum presenting archaeology from the Ticino and Lake Maggiore area, including key finds that explain the town’s ancient origins.
Specialized museum at nearby Angera focused on old dolls and toys. It is a charming stop for families and design-minded visitors.
Scenic lakeside and riverfront promenade at the outlet of Lake Maggiore. It is ideal for walking, views, sunsets, and everyday local life.
Protected natural area around the river and lake outlet, offering peaceful paths, water views, and a strong sense of landscape heritage.
Central square facing the water, lined with historic buildings and used for markets and events. It is the town’s social heart.
Risotto with perch fillets from nearby lakes, usually finished with butter and sage. It is a classic of the Lake Maggiore and Ticino area.
Lake fish such as lavarello or perch grilled simply with olive oil and herbs. It reflects the town's long fishing tradition on the Ticino and Lake Maggiore.
A hearty Lombard stew of cabbage and pork, often served in colder months. It is a traditional comfort dish in the wider Varese and Milan area.
Refined dining venue near the river and lake area, appreciated for seafood, seasonal dishes, and an elegant ambiance.
Traditional restaurant in Sesto Calende known for lake fish, risotto, and classic Lombard cooking in a polished but relaxed setting.
Established pizzeria and restaurant with broad local popularity, offering pizza, pasta, and Italian staples in a casual atmosphere.
Moderate for northern Italy: rooms and lakeside dining cost more than smaller towns, but local cafes, trains, and buses stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Sesto Calende station -> Piazza Garibaldi, Sesto Calende
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Modena to Sesto Calende 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 Sesto Calende, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Modena to Sesto Calende trains use the Modena to Sesto Calende station pair. Use this guide to compare Modena and Sesto Calende 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, 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.
Sesto Calende 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: Ristorante Pizzeria La Vecchia Osteria, Trattoria Il Porticciolo
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Sesto Calende. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Sesto Calende. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sesto Calende: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sesto Calende: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sesto Calende: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel David, Hotel Del Parco, Hotel La Locanda.
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