How to travel from Palermo to Modica, Italy

The distance between Palermo and Modica is around 252km (157 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 35m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Palermo to Modica by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Modica.

  • Duration4h 30m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €24($24)
Operated by

Azienda Siciliana Trasporti

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Train

Take the train to Caltanissetta Xirbi and then to Modica.

  • Duration4h 40m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €30($30)
🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Modica.

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Distance254km (158 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Palermo and Modica

There are several options for getting from Palermo to Modica by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €24 ($24) and will take around 4h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €39 ($39).

The distance between Palermo and Modica is around 252km (157 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 187km (116 miles)

It takes around 4h 30m to get from Palermo and Modica by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 35m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Palermo to Modica is to drive which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx €39 ($39).

The cheapest way to travel between Palermo and Modica, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €24 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Palermo and Modica. It typically takes around 4h 40m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct train services that runs from Palermo to Modica. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Caltanissetta Xirbi. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 4h 40m.

Trenitalia run train services between Palermo and Modica. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 40m, 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 Palermo and Modica. It typically takes around 4h 30m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Palermo and Modica with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 4h 30m.

Azienda Siciliana Trasporti run regular bus services between Palermo and Modica. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 4h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Palermo to Modica. We recommend that you take the bus to Modica. instead which will take 4h 30m.

The closest major airport to Modica is Comiso Airport (CIY) (CIY) which is approximately 20km (13 miles) from Modica. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA) and Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO) (PMO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Palermo and Modica. The distance is around 254km (158 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 35m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Palermo to Modica is to take the bus which takes, on average, 4h 30m and will usually cost around €24 ($24).

How do I get from Palermo to Modica

Compare travel optionsbetween Palermo and Modica

Transport options from Palermo to Modica
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
4h 30m
€24($24)
every 20 mins252km (157 miles)
Train
4h 40m
€30($30)
twice daily329km (204 miles)
Drive
3h 35m
€39($39)
on demand254km (158 miles)

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Airports near Modica

The following major airports near Modica offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

CIY
Comiso Airport (CIY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
20km (13 miles) from Modica
CTA
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
International Airport
Distance
73km (45 miles) from Modica
PMO
Falcone–Borsellino Airport (PMO)
International Airport
Distance
208km (129 miles) from Modica