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Museo Archeologico Regionale Pietro Griffo
Agrigento’s main archaeological museum, with major finds from Akragas and the Valley of the Temples. Essential for understanding the ancient city.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Modica to Agrigento among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, while a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
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$24 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $24 compared to roughly $30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. The journey takes 4h 42m versus 2h 37m 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 Modica to Agrigento trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:43 AM Modica | 7h26 | 7:09 PM Agrigento | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:43 PM Modica | 3h35 | 4:18 PM Agrigento | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Modica to Agrigento run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:11, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 4:11 AM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Agrigento — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Agrigento trip today.
Agrigento’s main archaeological museum, with major finds from Akragas and the Valley of the Temples. Essential for understanding the ancient city.
Birthplace museum of Luigi Pirandello, preserving manuscripts, rooms, and memories of the Nobel Prize writer in a scenic countryside setting.
Museum area associated with the Roman and Hellenistic quarter. It helps visitors connect excavated urban remains with daily life in ancient Akragas.
The signature archaeological landscape of Agrigento, combining temple ruins, walking paths, and golden light. It is the city’s defining visitor experience.
Coastal cliff and sea-view area in the Agrigento district, popular for scenery and recent social-media attention. Best paired with nearby beach time.
Lush historic garden inside the archaeological park, with citrus groves, irrigation channels, and shaded paths. A beautiful contrast to the temples.
Sicilian semolina pasta with tomato, fried eggplant, salted ricotta, and basil. A classic local first course tied to summer produce and island flavors.
Small rice balls stuffed with ragù, peas, and cheese, then breaded and fried. A beloved Sicilian street food found across Agrigento.
Couscous with fish broth and seafood, reflecting Sicily's Arab and coastal heritage. Common in western Sicily and appreciated in Agrigento province.
Refined Michelin-starred dining inside Hotel Villa Athena near the Valley of the Temples, focused on elegant Sicilian ingredients and polished service.
Well-known traditional Sicilian restaurant in Agrigento, appreciated for local seafood, pasta, and a warm classic atmosphere.
Popular casual spot for pizza and Sicilian dishes, known for generous portions and a relaxed setting convenient for central Agrigento.
Moderate for Sicily: hotels and dining are fair, local buses are cheap, and tourist-site areas cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% at restaurants for very good service.
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Agrigento Centrale -> Piazza Cavour, Agrigento
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