What is the cheapest way to get from Palermo to Modena?

The cheapest way to get from Palermo to Modena is to fly and train which costs €22 - €240 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palermo to Modena?

The fastest way to get from Palermo to Modena is to fly and train which takes 3h 58m and costs €22 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Palermo and Modena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palermo Piazza Cairoli and arriving at Modena. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 20h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Palermo and Modena?

No, there is no direct train from Palermo to Modena. However, there are services departing from Palermo Centrale and arriving at Modena via Roma Termini and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 18m.

How far is it from Palermo to Modena?

The distance between Palermo and Modena is 794 km.

How do I travel from Palermo to Modena without a car?

The best way to get from Palermo to Modena without a car is to train and ferry which takes 12h 39m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palermo to Modena?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Palermo to Modena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Modena bus from?

Palermo to Modena bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Palermo station.

Where do I catch the Palermo to Modena train from?

Palermo to Modena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Palermo Centrale station.

Train or bus from Palermo to Modena?

The best way to get from Palermo to Modena is to bus via Bologna which takes 19h 43m and costs €100 - €230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €140 - €340 and takes 14h 18m.

Where does the Palermo to Modena bus arrive?

Palermo to Modena bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Palermo to Modena train arrive?

Palermo to Modena train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Roma Termini station.

How do I get a train ticket from Palermo to Modena?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Palermo to Modena?

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Where can I stay near Modena?

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Palermo to Modena - 13 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, and bus

There are 13 ways to get from Palermo to Modena by plane, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, car, or train (Trenitalia)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Palermo Airport to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
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1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane PMO - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Modenatrain
3h 58m
€23–236
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Messina Centraletrain Re
2. Take the ferry from Messina Marittima to Villa S.Giovanniferry M1 / ...
3. Take the train from Villa S.Giovanni to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
12h 39m
Bus via Bologna
1. Take the bus from Palermo to Bologna Centralebus N597
19h 43m
€107–225
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the carferry from Port of Palermo to Livornocarferry
2. Drive from Livorno to Modenacar
21h 48m
€105–180
Bus to Trapani Airport, fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport
1. Take the bus from Palermo Via Belgio/Via dei Nebrodi to Trapani Birgi Airportbus
2. Fly from Trapani Airport (TPS) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane TPS - BLQ
4h 44m
€61–309
Fly Palermo Airport to Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Parma Giuseppe Verdi Airport (PMF)plane PMO - PMF
2. Take the train from Parma to Modenatrain
4h 23m
€78–380
Fly Palermo Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane PMO - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Bologna Centraletrain
5h 48m
€37–224
Fly Palermo Airport to Verona Villafranca Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN)plane PMO - VRN
2. Take the train from Verona Porta Nuova to Bologna Centraletrain
5h 31m
€56–339
Fly Palermo Airport to Pisa International Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Pisa International Airport (PSA)plane PMO - PSA
2. Take the train from Pisa Centrale to Firenze S.M.N.train
3. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Bologna Centraletrain
6h 5m
€67–340
Fly Palermo Airport to Milan Linate Airport, train
1. Fly from Palermo Airport (PMO) to Milan Linate Airport (LIN)plane PMO - LIN
2. Take the train from Milano Rogoredo to Modenatrain
6h 23m
€69–261
Train
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna centraletrain 9968 / ...
14h 18m
€144–336
Train via Palermo Notarbartolo (Trenitalia)
1. Take the train from Palermo Centrale to Roma Terminitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
15h 37m
€135–322
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palermo Piazza Cairoli to Modenabus
20h 44m
€200–280

Palermo Airport (PMO) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) flights

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Distance: 794.4 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Palermo, Italy and Modena, Italy?

FlixBus operates a bus from Palermo to Bologna Centrale once daily. Tickets cost €100–170 and the journey takes 18h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palermo Centrale to Modena via Roma Termini and Bologna Centrale in around 14h 18m.

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