- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
51 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 41 trains that leave Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione for Milan on Wed, Jul 15, 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 52 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 2648
Regionale TRENORD 2642
Regionale TRENORD 2696
Regionale TRENORD 2644
Regionale TRENORD 2624
FRECCIAROSSA 9729
FRECCIAROSSA 9726
FRECCIAROSSA 9706
FRECCIAROSSA 9736
FRECCIAROSSA 9713Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 65 miles (105 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Milan take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 18m.
The journey is about 36m faster (1h 5m by train vs 1h 41m by car) and roughly $41 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($13 (€10) vs $54 (€44)). 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.
Direct services run with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Trenord.
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 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 2:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 2:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 2:54 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h51 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 3:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 3:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 4:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 | On time 3:33 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 4:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 4:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 5:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 5:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 5:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8988 | On time 5:33 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 6:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 7:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2642+ FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 7:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h08 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 7:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2696 | 7:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h22 | 8:35 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2696 | 7:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h42 | 8:55 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 7:53 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644+ FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 8:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h08 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 8:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 9:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 9:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 10:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 10:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2616 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2616+ FRECCIAROSSA 9604 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h13 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2606 | 7:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 7:16 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h56 | 8:12 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2608 | 7:22 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h23 | 8:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2608 | 7:22 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h13 | 8:35 AM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
8970 | On time 7:33 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 8:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 8:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 9:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 9:01 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h34 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 9:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 10:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 10:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 10:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 11:15 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8971 | On time 10:33 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 11:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 12:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 12:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 1:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 12:53 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:07, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 10:07 AM |
Last train 8:07 PM |
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Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Milan Centrale -> Piazza del Duomo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milan trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Lambrate. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and Milan 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.
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 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.
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.
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