How to travel from Modena to Syracuse, Italy
The distance between Modena and Syracuse is around 950km (590 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 15m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Modena to Syracuse by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Syracuse → Modena if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Catania (CTA) then take the bus to Siracusa - v.le Scala Greca.
- Duration3h 15m
- Flight time1h 35m
- Typical cost€70($70)
Multiple operators
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Napoli Afragola and then to Villa S.Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then take the train to Siracusa.
- Duration11h 10m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost€105($105)
Train
Take the train to Roma Termini and then to Siracusa.
- Duration13h 50m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€105($105)
1 similiar route
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Bus
Take the bus to Catania and then to Siracusa - Von Platen.
- Duration17hrs
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost€72($72)
Multiple bus operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Villa San Giovanni then take a ferry to Messina Marittima then drive to Syracuse.
- Duration12h 15m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost€190($190)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Modena and Syracuse
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Modena to Syracuse by plane, bus, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to fly and then take the bus which costs around €70 ($70) and will take around 3h 15m.
The distance between Modena and Syracuse is around 950km (590 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 919km (571 miles)
It takes around 3h 15m to get from Modena and Syracuse by plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Modena to Syracuse is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 3h 15m and will set you back approx €70 ($70).
The cheapest way to travel between Modena and Syracuse is to fly and then take the bus which will typically cost around €70 ($70) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Modena and Syracuse. It typically takes around 13h 50m and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Modena to Syracuse. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Bologna Centrale and Roma Termini. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 13h 50m.
ItaloTreno, Trenitalia and Trenitalia Intercity Night run train services between Modena and Syracuse. Trains depart once daily and will take around 13h 50m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Modena and Syracuse. It typically takes around 17hrs and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Modena to Syracuse. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Catania. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 17hrs.
FlixBus and Interbus run regular bus services between Modena and Syracuse. Buses run once daily and take around 17hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Modena to Syracuse. We recommend that you fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Catania (CTA) then take the bus to Siracusa - v.le Scala Greca. instead which will take 3h 15m.
The closest major airport to Syracuse is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) which is approximately 49km (31 miles) from Syracuse. Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) and Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF) (SUF) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Modena to Syracuse. We recommend that you fly from Bologna (BLQ) to Catania (CTA) then take the bus to Siracusa - v.le Scala Greca. instead which will take 3h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Modena to Syracuse is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 3h 15m and will usually cost around €70 ($70).
Compare travel optionsbetween Modena and Syracuse
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 4 similar | 3h 15m | €70($70) | every 3 hours | 950km (590 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 4h 5m | €115($115) | every 3 hours | 971km (603 miles) |
| Train to Verona Porta Nuova, plane and bus | 4h 25m | €90($90) | every 4 hours | 1,173km (729 miles) |
| Train to Venezia Mestre, plane and bus | 4h 60m | €82($82) | every 3 hours | 1,183km (735 miles) |
| Train to Firenze S.M.N., plane and bus | 5h 5m | €79($79) | every 3 hours | 1,066km (663 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 11h 10m | €105($105) | 4 times a day | 1,212km (753 miles) |
Train + 1 similar | 13h 50m | €105($105) | once daily | 1,216km (756 miles) |
| Train via Firenze Campo Marte | 16h 60m | €120($120) | 5 times a week | 1,209km (751 miles) |
Bus | 17hrs | €72($72) | once daily | 1,276km (793 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 12h 15m | €190($190) | hourly | 1,236km (768 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Modena and Syracuse
Bus companies
Interbus
Train operators
Ferry operators
Blu Jet
Airports near Syracuse
The following major airports near Syracuse offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
- Distance
- 49km (31 miles) from Syracuse
Comiso Airport (CIY)
- Distance
- 61km (38 miles) from Syracuse
Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
- Distance
- 222km (138 miles) from Syracuse