What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda is to train via Milan which costs €25 - €50 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

The fastest way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Margherita Ligure and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Brignole Fs/ and arriving at Peschiera del Garda via Genoa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Margherita Ligure and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from S.Margherita L.-Port and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

The distance between Santa Margherita Ligure and Lago di Garda is 276 km. The road distance is 289.7 km.

How do I travel from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda bus from?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Genoa station.

Where do I catch the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda train from?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from S.Margherita L.-Port station.

Train or bus from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

The best way to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €30 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €55 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda bus arrive?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Peschiera del Garda station.

Where does the Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda train arrive?

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Milano Centrale station.

Can I drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda is 290 km. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda.

How do I get a train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda?

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Where can I stay near Lago di Garda?

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Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda by train (Trenitalia), bus, or car

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Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
3h 44m
€34–71
Train via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Milano Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
4h 19m
€26–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Genoa to Peschiera del Gardabus N456
6h 3m
€30–50
Drive 289.7 km
1. Drive from Santa Margherita Ligure to Riva del Gardacar 289.7 km
4h 18m
€45–65

Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda by train (Trenitalia)

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Santa Margherita Ligure to Lago di Garda.

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Distance: 275.5 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy and Lago di Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from S.Margherita L.-Port to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Milano Centrale in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Genoa to Peschiera del Garda once daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 3h 58m.

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