How to get from Milan to Modena
- 166 km as the crow flies
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At a glance
Fastest
3h 35m
1 transfer
Bus
€13
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Milan to Modena. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 35m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 166 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
166 km
Milan to Modena: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Milan → Reggio Emiliabus
FlixBus·1h 50m - 2Reggio Emilia → ModenabusFlixBus·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Sep 27
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Milan to Modena works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Milan to Reggio Emilia central, about 1h 50m. Transfer in Reggio Emilia central and continue by FlixBus bus on to Modena (35 min). In total it's roughly €13 over 3h 35m, 1 transfer.
Milan to Modena: common questions
How long does it take to get from Milan to Modena?
The most useful route takes about 3h 35m by bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Milan to Modena?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Modena from Milan?
About 166 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Milan to Modena cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €13. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Milan to Modena?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Milan to Modena without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 1h 24m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Milan to Modena?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026