What is the cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

The cheapest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda is to train via Milan which costs €14 - €18 and takes 4h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

The fastest way to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct train between Lake Maggiore and Desenzano del Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda. However, there are services departing from Locarno and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

The distance between Lake Maggiore and Desenzano del Garda is 221 km. The road distance is 201.5 km.

How do I travel from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda without a car?

The best way to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs €55 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda train from?

Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Laveno Mombello Lago station.

Where does the Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda train arrive?

Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Milano Bovisa Politecnico station.

Can I drive from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda is 202 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda.

How do I get a train ticket from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda?

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Where can I stay near Desenzano del Garda?

There are 6827+ hotels available in Desenzano del Garda.

Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda by train (Trenitalia), bus, train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 25m
€56–153
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
4h 3m
€14–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stresa to Milano Centralebus Re4
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 48m
Drive 201.5 km
1. Drive from Stresa to Desenzano del Gardacar 201.5 km
1h 58m
€32–46
Train via Laveno Mombello Lago
1. Take the train from Laveno Mombello Lago to Milano Bovisa Politecnicotrain Re1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzanotrain 8977 / ...
3h 41m
€21–37

Lake Maggiore to Desenzano del Garda by train

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Distance: 221.1 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Lake Maggiore, Italy and Desenzano del Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale in around 3h 25m.

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