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

The cheapest way to get from Locarno 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 Locarno to Desenzano del Garda?

The fastest way to get from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Locarno and Desenzano del Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Locarno 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 24m.

How far is it from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda?

The distance between Locarno and Desenzano del Garda is 221 km. The road distance is 195.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs €55 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda, including transfers.

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

Locarno to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Locarno station.

Where does the Locarno to Desenzano del Garda train arrive?

Locarno to Desenzano del Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Locarno to Desenzano del Garda is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda.

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

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Where can I stay near Desenzano del Garda?

There are 6828+ hotels available in Desenzano del Garda.

Locarno to Desenzano del Garda - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Locarno to Desenzano del Garda by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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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 24m
€56–155
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
Drive 195.3 km
1. Drive from Locarno to Desenzano del Gardacar 195.3 km
2h 37m
€34–50
Train via Desenzano
1. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain Re80
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzanotrain 8977 / ...
3h 45m
€54–148

Locarno to Desenzano del Garda by train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.1 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Locarno, Switzerland and Desenzano del Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from Locarno to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale in around 3h 24m.

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