The cheapest and fastest trains from Trieste to Desenzano del Garda
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste 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 Trieste to Desenzano del Garda will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 5 trains that leave Trieste for Desenzano del Garda every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Trieste to Desenzano del Garda
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Desenzano del Garda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £154.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £161 Average Price |
3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Trieste to Desenzano del Garda train times
The table below shows live departures for Trieste to Desenzano del Garda trains for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 584+ 8984 | 09:47 Trieste Centrale | 4h44 | 14:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 09:47 Trieste Centrale | 4h19 | 14:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Intercity 584+ 8988 | On time 09:47 Trieste Centrale | 6h44 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 09:47 Trieste Centrale | 3h34 | 13:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3882+ 8984 | 09:58 Trieste Centrale | 4h33 | 14:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3882+ FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 09:58 Trieste Centrale | 4h23 | 14:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Regionale 17334+ 8988 | On time 10:28 Trieste Centrale | 6h03 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Miramare Line 23040 · Regionale 17036+ 8988 | On time 10:39 Trieste Centrale | 5h52 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Lagune Line 3440+ 8988 | On time 11:16 Trieste Centrale | 5h15 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3440+ FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 11:16 Trieste Centrale | 4h05 | 15:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3440 · Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 11:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 15:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 3886+ 8988 | On time 11:58 Trieste Centrale | 4h33 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3560 · Regionale 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 12:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 16:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Lagune Line 3560+ 8988 | On time 12:16 Trieste Centrale | 4h15 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ 8988 | On time 12:27 Trieste Centrale | 4h04 | 16:31 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Intercity 594+ FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 12:27 Trieste Centrale | 3h54 | 16:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3442 · Regionale 16026 | 13:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h57 | 17:13 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3442 · Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 13:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 17:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Lagune Line 3442+ FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 13:16 Trieste Centrale | 4h05 | 17:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3406 · Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 14:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 18:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Lagune Line 3426+ FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 15:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h35 | 18:51 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3426 · Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 15:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 19:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9758+ Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 16:05 Trieste Centrale | 4h01 | 20:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3564+ FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 16:16 Trieste Centrale | 4h05 | 20:21 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3564 · Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 16:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 20:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
Lagune Line 3446 · Regionale Veloce 3574 | 17:16 Trieste Centrale | 4h01 | 21:17 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 change | |
Lagune Line 3446 · Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 17:16 Trieste Centrale | 3h50 | 21:06 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
![]() | 07:39 Trieste | 3h12 | 10:51 Desenzano del Garda | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Trieste to Desenzano del Garda
Trains from Trieste to Desenzano del Garda run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 01:15 |
Last train 22:06 |
Train companies: Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Trieste to Desenzano del Garda trainsRegionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Trieste and Desenzano del Garda from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trieste to Desenzano del Garda train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Trieste and Desenzano del Garda
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access is available from Piazza della Libertà.
- Buffet da Pepi
- Trattoria Nerodiseppia
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste
- Hotel Continentale
- NH Trieste
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Italy, Slovenia, and Austria
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 2
- Taxi services available
- 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
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