The cheapest and fastest trains from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 37 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
To travel from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 16277 · Regionale Veloce 3427
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3847
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3753
Regionale 16277+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8505
Regionale TRENORD 2633+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8529
Regionale TRENORD 2613+
FRECCIAROSSA 8507
Regionale TRENORD 2615+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8503
Regionale TRENORD 2631+
FRECCIAROSSA 8527Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9743 · FRECCIAROSSA 8527 | 16:08 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h36 | 17:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 · FRECCIAROSSA 9657 | 16:23 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h11 | 18:34 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale Veloce 3845 | 16:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h16 | 19:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 · FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8529 | 17:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h37 | 18:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 10839 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2479 | 17:14 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h56 | 21:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 · FRECCIAROSSA 9567 | 17:23 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h01 | 20:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale Veloce 3847 | 18:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h56 | 21:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 2485 | 19:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h26 | 23:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ Regionale Veloce 3847 | 19:08 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h37 | 21:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763+ Regionale 33667 · Regionale 16025 | 20:38 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 9h15 | 05:53 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16277 · Regionale Veloce 3427 | 05:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h37 | 07:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 16277+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8505 | 05:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h37 | 06:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 33789 · Regionale Veloce 3997 | 05:34 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h11 | 10:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 33789+ Intercity 584 | 05:34 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h38 | 10:12 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 33789+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 05:34 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h10 | 07:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2618 · Regionale TRENORD 10817 · Regionale TTPER 17409 | 06:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h03 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 06:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h55 | 08:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 17133 · Regionale TTPER 22453 | 06:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h31 | 10:20 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8503 | 07:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h55 | 09:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3753 | 08:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h09 | 10:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9706 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 | 09:22 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h20 | 11:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 · FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 09:33 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h51 | 12:24 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2621 · Regionale Veloce 3465 | 10:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h09 | 12:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 · FRECCIAROSSA 8811 | 11:23 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h19 | 13:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 | 11:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h09 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841 | 12:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h16 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8519 | 12:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h55 | 14:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9645 | 13:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h57 | 16:04 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 3843 | 14:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h16 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ FRECCIAROSSA 8525 | 14:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h55 | 16:44 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2636+ Intercity 599 | 15:07 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h55 | 19:02 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale run on average 33 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 19:04. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:07 |
Last train 19:04 |
Train companies: Italo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenord from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale trainsItalo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte, Trenord trains will get you between Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and Bologna Centrale from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bologna Centrale by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and Bologna Centrale
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza Einaudi.
- Ristorante Esplanade
- Trattoria Alessi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Mayer & Splendid
- Hotel Piroscafo
- Hotel Bonotto
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Line LN026
- Ferry: Desenzano del Garda ferry terminal is a 15-minute walk away
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
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