- Must visit
Grotte di Catullo
Extensive Roman villa and archaeological area at the peninsula tip, with ruins, olive groves and one of Sirmione’s most memorable lake panoramas.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
5
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Sirmione is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Sirmione will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Padua to Sirmione, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Padua to Sirmione among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a coach costs an average of £72.
Distance: 100 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 0m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Padua to Sirmione:
A train is £63 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Padua to Sirmione costing on average £72.
Other travel options to Sirmione take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 30m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 1h 30m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Padua to Sirmione trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 6:07 Padova | 0h58 | 7:05 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 6:07 Padova | 1h07 | 7:14 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16741 · Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:21 Vigodarzere station | 1h45 | 8:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16741+ FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 6:21 Vigodarzere station | 2h00 | 8:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
8970 | 6:26 Padova | 1h05 | 7:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:40 Padova | 1h16 | 7:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:40 Padova | 1h26 | 8:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702 | 6:46 Padova | 1h00 | 7:46 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:46 Padova | 1h20 | 8:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16434 · Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h53 | 9:00 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 7:16 Padova | 1h05 | 8:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:20 Padova | 1h40 | 9:00 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:20 Padova | 1h32 | 8:52 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16369+ FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 7:39 Vigodarzere station | 1h42 | 9:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708 | 7:46 Padova | 1h00 | 8:46 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:46 Padova | 1h14 | 9:00 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16442 · Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 10:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 8:16 Padova | 1h05 | 9:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8974 | 8:26 Padova | 0h58 | 9:24 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 8:33 Vigodarzere station | 1h48 | 10:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:40 Padova | 1h16 | 9:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:40 Padova | 1h26 | 10:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716 | 8:46 Padova | 1h00 | 9:46 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:46 Padova | 1h20 | 10:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16444 · Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 11:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 · FRECCIAROSSA 9721 | 9:16 Padova | 1h30 | 10:46 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 9:16 Padova | 1h05 | 10:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8971 | 9:26 Padova | 1h05 | 10:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 9:37 Vigodarzere station | 2h44 | 12:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16511 · Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 9:37 Vigodarzere station | 2h29 | 12:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:40 Padova | 1h16 | 10:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:40 Padova | 1h26 | 11:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 10:40 Padova | 1h16 | 11:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 10:40 Padova | 1h26 | 12:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 11:16 Padova | 1h05 | 12:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724+ Regionale TRENORD 2623 | 11:16 Padova | 1h41 | 12:57 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
8978 | 11:26 Padova | 0h58 | 12:24 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 11:46 Padova | 1h05 | 12:51 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16446 · Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 14:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16446+ FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 12:07 Vigodarzere station | 2h14 | 14:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9728 | 12:16 Padova | 1h00 | 13:16 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:40 Padova | 1h16 | 13:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:40 Padova | 1h26 | 14:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16449 · Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 13:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 15:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16449+ FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 13:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h45 | 14:52 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 13:16 Padova | 1h05 | 14:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 13:40 Padova | 1h16 | 14:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 13:40 Padova | 1h26 | 15:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729+ Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 13:46 Padova | 1h10 | 14:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 13:46 Padova | 1h06 | 14:52 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16450 · Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 14:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 16:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 14:16 Padova | 1h05 | 15:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8984 | 14:26 Padova | 1h05 | 15:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16549+ FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 14:37 Vigodarzere station | 1h44 | 16:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 14:40 Padova | 1h16 | 15:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 14:40 Padova | 1h26 | 16:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16454 · Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 15:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 17:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 15:16 Padova | 1h05 | 16:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8986 | 15:26 Padova | 0h58 | 16:24 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 15:40 Padova | 1h26 | 17:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 15:40 Padova | 1h16 | 16:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 15:40 Vigodarzere station | 1h41 | 17:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16456 · Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 16:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 18:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16456 · Regionale 16026 | 16:07 Vigodarzere station | 2h06 | 18:13 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 16:16 Padova | 1h05 | 17:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
8988 | 16:26 Padova | 1h05 | 17:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16523+ FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 16:37 Vigodarzere station | 1h44 | 18:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16026 | 16:40 Padova | 1h24 | 18:04 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16026 | 16:40 Padova | 1h33 | 18:13 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 16:40 Padova | 1h16 | 17:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 16:40 Padova | 1h26 | 18:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16458 · Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 17:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 19:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 17:16 Padova | 1h05 | 18:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 17:40 Padova | 1h16 | 18:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 17:40 Padova | 1h26 | 19:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 17:46 Padova | 1h20 | 19:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 17:46 Padova | 1h00 | 18:46 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16460+ FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 18:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h44 | 19:51 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16460 · Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 18:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 20:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 18:16 Padova | 1h00 | 19:16 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
8992 | 18:26 Padova | 0h58 | 19:24 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 18:40 Padova | 1h16 | 19:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 18:40 Padova | 1h26 | 20:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 18:46 Padova | 1h05 | 19:51 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754+ Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 18:46 Padova | 1h10 | 19:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale 16462 · Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 19:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 21:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 19:16 Padova | 1h00 | 20:16 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 16521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 19:37 Vigodarzere station | 1h44 | 21:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 19:40 Padova | 1h16 | 20:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 19:40 Padova | 1h26 | 21:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 16464 · Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 20:07 Vigodarzere station | 1h59 | 22:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale 16464 · Regionale Veloce 3574 | 20:07 Vigodarzere station | 2h10 | 22:17 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 20:16 Padova | 1h05 | 21:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9762 · FRECCIAROSSA 9763 | 20:16 Padova | 1h29 | 21:45 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 | 20:40 Padova | 1h37 | 22:17 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 | 20:40 Padova | 1h28 | 22:08 Peschiera del Garda station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 20:40 Padova | 1h16 | 21:56 Peschiera del Garda station | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 20:40 Padova | 1h26 | 22:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
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Trains from Padua to Sirmione run on average 75 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 75 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 5m |
First train 0:49 |
Last train 22:05 |
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Discover the best of Sirmione — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sirmione trip today.
Extensive Roman villa and archaeological area at the peninsula tip, with ruins, olive groves and one of Sirmione’s most memorable lake panoramas.
Compact museum beside the Roman villa presenting finds from Sirmione and southern Lake Garda. It adds context before or after exploring the ruins.
Small local exhibition space used for cultural and art displays in the old town. Check current programming for temporary shows during your visit.
Narrow old-town lanes on a peninsula, lined with historic buildings, shops and lake glimpses. Ideal for wandering early or late in the day.
Lakeside park at the peninsula tip beside the Roman ruins. Its shaded paths and open views make it one of Sirmione’s best walking spots.
Popular pebble beach and viewpoint below the Roman ruins, known for clear water and dramatic views across Lake Garda.
Buttery risotto made with local Lugana white wine from the southern Lake Garda area, prized for its delicate flavour and close link to local vineyards.
Lake Garda sardines are salted, dried and preserved in olive oil, a historic fishing tradition around the lake and a classic antipasto.
Grilled freshwater fish from Lake Garda, often whitefish or trout, simply cooked with olive oil and herbs to showcase local catch and lake cuisine.
Elegant lakeside dining focused on refined Italian cooking, seafood and lake fish, with a polished atmosphere in the historic centre.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Garda fish, pasta and regional classics in a relaxed setting near the old town.
Stylish restaurant with lake views, offering Italian dishes, seafood and pizzas in a smart but approachable atmosphere.
Moderate for Lake Garda: stays and lakefront dining cost more in peak season, but cafés, casual meals and buses remain manageable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua to Sirmione 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 Sirmione, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Padua to Sirmione trains use the Padova to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione station pair. Use this guide to compare Padua and Sirmione train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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