What is the cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda?

The cheapest way to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda is to train which costs €45 - €70 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda?

The fastest way to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct train between Swiss Alps and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Airolo and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Bellinzona, Lugano and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda?

The distance between Swiss Alps and Lago di Garda is 290 km. The road distance is 309.6 km.

How do I travel from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda without a car?

The best way to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda without a car is to train via Lugano which takes 5h 45m and costs €50 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda train from?

Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, depart from Airolo station.

Where does the Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda train arrive?

Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Schweizerische Südostbahn AG, arrive at Bellinzona station.

Can I drive from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda is 310 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda.

Where can I stay near Lago di Garda?

There are 6822+ hotels available in Lago di Garda.

Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda by train (Trenitalia), car, or train

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Train via Lugano
best
1. Take the train from Airolo to Bellinzonatrain
2. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
5h 45m
€54–225
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Airolo to Locarnotrain
2. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
7h 22m
€47–67
Drive 309.6 km
1. Drive from Swiss Alps to Riva del Gardacar 309.6 km
4h 6m
€54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Airolo to Locarnotrain
2. Take the train from Locarno to Milano Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzanotrain
7h 4m
€87–207

Swiss Alps to Lago di Garda by bus and train

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 290.5 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Swiss Alps, Canton Ticino, Switzerland and Lago di Garda, Italy?

You can take a bus from Gotthard Passhöhe to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Airolo, Stazione, Airolo, Bellinzona, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 5h 45m.

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