
Business
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
4 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
6 h 36 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Malcesine is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Malcesine will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Rome to Malcesine, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 451 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 7 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 Rome to Malcesine among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £33 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, while a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 451 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£41 Average Price | £80 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Malcesine:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Malcesine costing on average £41.
A coach is £47 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Malcesine costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Malcesine take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 57m.
Coach takes on average 12h 32m.
The journey is about 51m faster (4h 57m by train vs 5h 48m by car) and roughly £41 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£41 vs £82). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Malcesine 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 22:00 Rome | 7h55 | 5:55 Malcesine | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 16:25 Rome | 4h05 | 20:30 Malcesine | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Rome to Malcesine run on average 35 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:00. The fastest train covers the 451 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 451 km |
Average train duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Discover the best of Malcesine — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Malcesine trip today.
Museum inside Castello Scaligero exploring Lake Garda’s natural history and Goethe’s visit, paired with fine panoramas from the fortress.
Lakeside museum in nearby Cassone focused on local fishing traditions, boats and village life; an appealing lesser-known stop near Malcesine.
Castle section dedicated to Goethe’s 1786 stay in Malcesine, with interpretive displays linking the town to European travel history.
Long pebbly lakeside beach with mountain views, clear water and a promenade. Popular for walks, relaxing and watching windsurfers.
Historic centre of narrow lanes, stone houses and small squares. Ideal for wandering and discovering Malcesine’s character beyond the main sights.
Summit area reached by cable car, offering walking paths and wide panoramas over Lake Garda. A favourite for scenery in every season.
Lake Garda trout, usually grilled or baked with herbs and olive oil. A classic local fish dish tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
Salt-cured sardines from Lake Garda, preserved traditionally and served with polenta. A distinctive local speciality with deep roots around the lake.
Grilled or stewed freshwater fish from Lake Garda, often perch or pike. It reflects the lake cuisine that defines Malcesine and nearby towns.
Stylish lakeside dining focused on seafood, Italian classics, and sunset views, suited to a leisurely dinner.
Elegant restaurant with lake views, serving seafood, local fish, and refined Italian dishes in a polished atmosphere.
Traditional lakeside restaurant known for Lake Garda fish, pasta, and a relaxed historic setting near the harbour.
Moderate for Lake Garda. Hotels and lakefront dining cost more in peak season, but cafés, casual meals and local buses remain manageable.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Malcesine 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 Malcesine, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Rome to Malcesine trains use the Roma Termini to Mori station pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Malcesine train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Roma Termini is 1 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Termini has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Acafe, Moka Café, Roadhouse Grill, McDonald's, Gusto, Chef Express, Coop Minimarket, Mercato Centrale
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00. Information desks are located near Platform 24.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Roma Termini: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Termini: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Termini: The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Archi di Roma Guest House, Gemma di Roma, The Liberty Boutique Hotel.
Roma Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Rock n’ Coffee Roma, Arabian Kebab, Ingredienti, McDonald’s, Numb's Bakery Café
Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes. ATMs are located on the ground floor level.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20. Information desks are located inside the main terminal. .
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Roma Tiburtina: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma Tiburtina: Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
Nearby hotels include B&B Rome Tiburtina, B&B Alba Domus Roma, Hotel delle Province.
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