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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Zürich Hbf and arriving at Peschiera - Piazza Betteloni via Verona Porta Nuova Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Lago di Garda?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Lago di Garda. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Zürich HB, Como S. Giovanni and Milano Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Lago di Garda?

The distance between Switzerland and Lago di Garda is 365 km. The road distance is 400.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €100 - €330.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Lago di Garda bus from?

Switzerland to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

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

Switzerland to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Lago di Garda?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs €100 - €330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €30 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Switzerland to Lago di Garda bus arrive?

Switzerland to Lago di Garda bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bergamo station.

Where does the Switzerland to Lago di Garda train arrive?

Switzerland to Lago di Garda train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Como S. Giovanni station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Lago di Garda?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Lago di Garda is 401 km. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Switzerland to Lago di Garda.

How do I get a train ticket from Switzerland to Lago di Garda?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Switzerland to Lago di Garda?

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Where can I stay near Lago di Garda?

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Switzerland to Lago di Garda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Switzerland to Lago di Garda by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovannitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain S11
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Garda-Sirmtrain Fr
6h 21m
€103–322
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zürich Hbf to Verona Porta Nuovabus
7h 49m
€19–30
Drive 400.6 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Riva del Gardacar 400.6 km
5h 15m
€70–101
Train via Lugano
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Zugtrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Luganotrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmionetrain Re6
6h 58m
€77–230
Bus via Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY)
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Bergamobus FlixBus 024
2. Take the bus from Bergamo Airport Bus Station to Desenzano Via Masacciobus Autostradale 174
9h 39m
€49–84

Switzerland to Lago di Garda by train

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Distance: 364.8 km
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Lago di Garda, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Desenzano Garda-Sirm via Zürich HB, Como S. Giovanni, and Milano Centrale in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, Zlatan Prevoz doo operates a bus from Zürich Hbf to Verona Porta Nuova once a week. Tickets cost €15–22 and the journey takes 5h 12m.

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