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Orto Botanico di Padova
One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
1 h 38 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Padua 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 to Padua will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 24 trains that leave Desenzano del Garda for Padua every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 2 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Regionale 88787
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 88789
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 88839
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 88763
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 · Regionale 88759
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 88839
Regionale 88839
Regionale 88787
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 88821
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 88789Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £41.
Distance: 105 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price |
1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda to Padua trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TRENORD 2607A · Regionale 88767 | 1:24 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h05 | 6:29 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 88835 | 5:44 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h55 | 8:39 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 88763 | 7:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 10:39 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 88789 | 8:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 11:39 Padova | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715 | 9:13 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h01 | 12:14 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale 88817 | 9:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 12:39 Padova | 1 change | |
8977 | On time 10:27 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h05 | 13:32 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 88833 | 10:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 13:39 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 · Regionale 88759 | 12:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h54 | 15:43 Padova | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 13:10 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h04 | 16:14 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8983 | On time 13:28 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h07 | 16:35 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 88805 | 13:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 16:39 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 88809 | 14:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 17:39 Padova | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 15:10 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h04 | 18:14 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 88813 | 15:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 18:39 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 88787 | 16:57 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h36 | 19:33 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743 | 17:10 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h04 | 20:14 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 88821 | 17:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h44 | 20:33 Padova | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 18:08 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h06 | 21:14 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
8993 | On time 18:27 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h05 | 21:32 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 88801 | 18:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h53 | 21:42 Padova | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 · FRECCIAROSSA 89287 | 18:53 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h01 | 22:54 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 88839 | 21:42 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h45 | 23:27 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 88839 | 21:49 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h38 | 23:27 Padova | 1 change | |
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Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Padua run on average 28 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 0:49 |
Last train 23:49 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
City museum complex covering archaeology, medieval and modern art, and applied arts, next to the Scrovegni Chapel and Giardini dell’Arena.
Museum on the history of medicine and the University of Padua, with interactive displays, instruments and stories of scientific discovery.
Lively main square bordered by arcades and historic buildings, busy with markets, strolling and views towards Palazzo della Ragione.
Busy market square south of Palazzo della Ragione, filled with daily city life and a useful stop for experiencing Padua beyond monuments.
Elegant central square known for cafés, arcades and evening atmosphere, facing the Palazzo del Bo and linked to the old university quarter.
Slow-cooked hen stewed with celery, carrot and onion, traditionally served with pevarada sauce. A classic Paduan festive dish with medieval roots.
Risotto made with peas, often from nearby Baone or Lumignano, prized in spring for its sweet local produce and creamy Veneto style.
Fresh bigoli pasta with duck ragù, a hearty Veneto staple popular in Padua for Sunday and festive meals.
Refined restaurant in central Padua serving elegant Italian dishes in a polished, contemporary setting.
Historic central osteria known for traditional Paduan cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, classic dining room.
Casual bacaro-style stop inside the market area, good for cicchetti, local wine and quick tastes of regional products.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining are a little cheaper than Venice, while local buses and everyday cafés stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Padua 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 Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda to Padua trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Esplanade, Trattoria Alessi
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mayer & Splendid, Hotel Piroscafo, Hotel Bonotto.
Padova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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