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

The cheapest way to get from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda is to line 484 bus and line 164 bus which costs €6 - €12 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs €9 - €13.

Is there a direct bus between Malcesine and Desenzano del Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda. However, there are services departing from Malcesine and arriving at Peschiera - Bivio Stazione via Garda. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct ferry between Malcesine and Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Malcesine and arriving at Desenzano del Garda. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda?

The distance between Malcesine and Desenzano del Garda is 75 km. The road distance is 58.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda without a car is to ferry which takes 1h 34m and costs €11 - €16.

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

The ferry from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda takes 1h 34m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda bus from?

Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda bus services, operated by Azienda Trasporti Verona Srl, depart from Malcesine station.

Where does the Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda bus arrive?

Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda bus services, operated by Azienda Trasporti Verona Srl, arrive at Garda station.

Can I drive from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda is 58 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda.

Where can I stay near Desenzano del Garda?

There are 6827+ hotels available in Desenzano del Garda.

Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda - 6 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda by ferry, bus, taxi, train, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Malcesine to Desenzano del Gardaferry Sr113 / ...
1h 34m
€11–16
Line 484 bus, line 164 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Malcesine to Gardabus 484
2. Take the bus from Garda to Peschiera - Bivio Stazionebus 164
2h 35m
€6–12
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Malcesine to Salòferry Sr113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salò - Autostazione to Via Guglielmo Marconi, Desenzano del Gardabus Rl204
1h 42m
€10–14
Taxi, train (Trenitalia)
1. Take the taxi from Malcesine to Aviotaxi
2. Take the train from Avio to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Re
2h 2m
€8–21
Drive 58.3 km
1. Drive from Malcesine to Desenzano del Gardacar 58.3 km
1h 13m
€9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Malcesine to Desenzano del Gardataxi 58.3 km
1h 13m
€95–120

Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda by ferry

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1h 34mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75 km
Duration: 1h 34m

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

Gestione Governativa Navigazione Laghi operates a ferry from Malcesine to Desenzano del Garda 4 times a day. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 1h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Malcesine to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione via Garda, Peschiera - Bivio Stazione, and Peschiera Del Garda in around 2h 35m.

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