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

The cheapest way to get from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda is to ferry and train which costs €15 - €23 and takes 4h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs €26 - €40.

How far is it from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda?

The distance between Menaggio and Desenzano del Garda is 184 km. The road distance is 169.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda without a car is to ferry and train via Milan which takes 3h 29m and costs €25 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda, including transfers.

Can I drive from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda.

Where can I stay near Desenzano del Garda?

There are 6828+ hotels available in Desenzano del Garda.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda by ferry, train, car, or bus

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Ferry, train via Milan
best
1. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
2. Take the train from Varenna Esino to Milano Centraletrain Re8
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 29m
€26–48
Ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Menaggio to Varennaferry 22 / ...
2. Take the train from Lecco to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain R7
4h 15m
€16–22
Drive 169.3 km
1. Drive from Menaggio to Desenzano del Gardacar 169.3 km
2h 28m
€27–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Menaggio Piazza Roma to Como San Giovannibus
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain S11
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzanotrain
4h 10m
€49–107

Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda by ferry and train

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3h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 184.3 km
Duration: 3h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda. However, you can take the line 22 ferry to Varenna, walk to Varenna Esino, take the train to Milano Centrale, then take the train to Desenzano Garda-Sirm. Alternatively, you can drive from Menaggio to Desenzano del Garda in around 2h 28m.

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