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Villa Romana e Antiquarium di Desenzano del Garda
Archaeological museum within the Roman villa complex, displaying mosaics and finds that illuminate daily life in ancient Desenzano.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Desenzano del Garda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Desenzano del Garda will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 45 trains that leave Milan for Desenzano del Garda every day 34 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 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 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 TRENORD 2627
Regionale TRENORD 2637
Regionale TRENORD 2639
Regionale TRENORD 2617
Regionale TRENORD 2607 · Autobus TRENORD 2607A
FRECCIAROSSA 9749
8977
8983
8993
8997Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Desenzano del Garda 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 train which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £1.
Distance: 105 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 14m Average total duration 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Desenzano del Garda trains for today, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2637 | 18:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 19:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 | 18:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 19:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 19:15 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 20:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2639 | 19:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 20:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8997 | 19:35 Milan Centrale | 0h50 | 20:25 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+ Regionale TRENORD 2639 | 19:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h05 | 20:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2641 | 20:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 21:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 20:45 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 21:36 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2643 | 21:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 22:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2645 | 22:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 23:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2607 · Autobus TRENORD 2607A | 23:25 Milan Centrale | 1h58 | 1:23 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 26 August | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2613 | 6:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 7:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 | 6:43 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h32 | 8:15 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703 | 6:45 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 7:36 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 | 6:58 Milano Lambrate | 1h17 | 8:15 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale TRENORD 2693 | 7:15 Milan Centrale | 1h00 | 8:15 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615 | 7:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 8:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ Regionale TRENORD 2615 | 7:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 8:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 | 8:15 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 9:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 | 8:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 9:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9710+ Regionale TRENORD 2617 | 8:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 9:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715 | 9:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0h53 | 10:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 | 9:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 10:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8977 | 9:35 Milan Centrale | 0h50 | 10:25 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ Regionale TRENORD 2619 | 9:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 10:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 | 11:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 12:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723 | 11:45 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 12:36 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 | 12:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 13:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8983 | 12:35 Milan Centrale | 0h50 | 13:25 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 | 12:45 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 13:36 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 | 13:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 14:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ Regionale TRENORD 2627 | 13:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 14:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733 | 14:15 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 15:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 | 14:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 15:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735 | 14:45 Milan Centrale | 0h51 | 15:36 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 | 15:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 16:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ Regionale TRENORD 2631 | 15:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 16:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743 | 16:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0h53 | 17:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 | 16:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 17:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9747+ Regionale TRENORD 2633 | 16:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 17:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 17:15 Milan Centrale | 0h50 | 18:05 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 | 17:25 Milan Centrale | 1h23 | 18:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8993 | 17:35 Milan Centrale | 0h50 | 18:25 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale TRENORD 2635 | 17:45 Milan Centrale | 1h03 | 18:48 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753 | 18:13 Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0h53 | 19:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Milan to Desenzano del Garda run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £1 by coach.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 105 km distance in 50m.
Distance 105 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:41 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Desenzano del Garda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Desenzano del Garda trip today.
Archaeological museum within the Roman villa complex, displaying mosaics and finds that illuminate daily life in ancient Desenzano.
Local art and culture venue used for exhibitions in the town centre. It is a lesser-known option for visitors seeking current displays.
Museum and cultural centre in nearby San Martino della Battaglia focused on the Risorgimento and the 1859 battle. Good for regional history.
Lakeside promenade popular for walking, views, and sunsets. A simple but rewarding way to experience Desenzano's waterfront character.
Elegant central square facing the harbour, lined with historic buildings. Ideal for a stroll, photos, and absorbing the town's atmosphere.
Historic quarter climbing towards the castle, with narrow lanes and glimpses of the lake. Best for exploring Desenzano beyond the waterfront.
Grilled or baked lake sardines from Garda, prized for their rich flavour and long local preserving tradition around the lake.
Freshwater fish, usually tench or pike, gently cooked with olive oil, herbs and Garda flavours; a classic lakeside main course.
Fresh pasta ribbons traditionally served with slow-cooked duck ragù, a hearty inland Lombard and Veronese dish common around Lake Garda.
Well-known waterfront restaurant focused on lake fish, seafood and classic Italian dishes in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Refined lakeside dining with seafood, fish and Italian classics, popular for romantic meals and views over the harbour.
Established traditional restaurant serving Garda fish, risotto and regional specialities in a polished historic-centre atmosphere.
Moderate for Lake Garda. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local trains or buses are usually manageable compared with Italy’s pricier resort towns.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés only if service was table-based.
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Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione -> Piazza Matteotti, Desenzano del Garda
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Desenzano del Garda 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 Desenzano del Garda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Desenzano del Garda trains use the Milano Centrale to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Desenzano del Garda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate 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 Pizzeria Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
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.
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