How to travel from Rome to Modena

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Modena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Modena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF 25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF 25, while a flight costs an average of CHF 405.

Distance: 205 miles (331 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Rome to Modena

Compare the available ways to get from Rome to Modena, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Modena is a train with an average price of CHF 25.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Modena:

A train is CHF 3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Modena costing on average CHF 28.

A train is CHF 380 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Modena costing on average CHF 405.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Modena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Modena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 34m.

Bus takes on average 6h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Modena including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Modena among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 0m faster (3h 15m by train vs 4h 15m by car) and roughly CHF 73 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF 25 vs CHF 98). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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How to get from Rome to Modena by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Rome to Modena is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4096 · Regionale 94455 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3918
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  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 4154 · Regionale 4244 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3928
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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Modena

Travel to Modena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Modena.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Modena including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Modena is a train with an average price of CHF 25.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Modena:

A train is CHF 3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Modena costing on average CHF 28.

A train is CHF 380 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Modena costing on average CHF 405.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Modena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 45m.

Other travel options to Modena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 34m.

Bus takes on average 6h 30m.

The distance from Rome to Modena is approximately 205 miles (331 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Modena is:
  • Around 172 trains per day.
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rome and Modena as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Modena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Bologna Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Modena station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Modena, Terminal via Gottardi.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Modena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Regionale, Intercity Notte, Frecciabianca to go to Modena by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee to go to Modena by bus.
  • Travel with ITA, British Airways, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, Luxair, Eurowings, Icelandair, Smartwings, Edelweiss Air, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Modena by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Modena with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus.
  • 7 direct flights per day with ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Modena often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Milan, Florence, Venice, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Modena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Modena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Modena, you can taste traditional balsamic vinegar at a family-run acetaia, dine at the world-renowned Osteria Francescana, and stroll through Piazza Grande. Attend a performance at Teatro Comunale Luciano Pavarotti and enjoy outdoor activities at Secchia River Park. Visit the Modena Cathedral and Ghirlandina Tower for stunning architecture, explore the Enzo Ferrari Museum, and discover local produce at Mercato Albinelli.
Two to three days in Modena is typically sufficient to explore its key attractions, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Piazza Grande, the Modena Cathedral, and the Ghirlandina Tower, as well as to enjoy its renowned culinary offerings like balsamic vinegar and local cuisine.
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