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Vatican Museums
A vast complex of papal collections including classical sculpture, Renaissance masterpieces, the Raphael Rooms, and access to the Sistine Chapel. One of Rome’s most important art visits and often best
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
3 h 49 m
Average duration
3 h 56 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome 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 Rome will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 40 trains that leave Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione for Rome on Sun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 426 km distance in an average of 3 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 49 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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 2643+
InterCityNotte 763
Regionale TRENORD 2626+
Intercity 597
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841+
Intercity 597
Regionale TRENORD 2698+
InterCityNotte 797
Regionale TRENORD 2618 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale Veloce 4133
8967
8959
8951
Regionale TRENORD 2673+
FRECCIAROSSA 8529 · FRECCIAROSSA 9661
8967Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $69.
Distance: 264 miles (426 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $111 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome costing on average $51 (€41).
A bus is $74 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome costing on average $111 (€90).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 30m.
Train takes on average 6h 10m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 Italo.
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 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 7h17 | 4:06 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 7h26 | 5:15 AM Rome | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2616+ FRECCIAROSSA 9604 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h34 | 10:41 AM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
8951 | 6:43 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h57 | 10:40 AM Rome Termini | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2618 · Regionale TRENORD 10501 · Regionale Veloce 4133 | 7:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 10h43 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489+ Intercity 584 | 7:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 8h31 | 4:20 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613+ FRECCIAROSSA 8507 | 7:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h26 | 12:15 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2620+ Intercity 1549 · Intercity 511 | 8:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 9h56 | 6:03 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 8:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h21 | 1:10 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 · FRECCIAROSSA 9623 | 9:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h47 | 2:10 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3753+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 9:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h00 | 2:49 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 10:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h22 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 · FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 10:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h26 | 3:49 PM Rome Termini | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 · FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 10:23 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h07 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Rome run on average 33 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:07, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (426 km) distance in 7h 17m.
Distance 264 miles (426 km) |
Average train duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 7h 17m |
First train 5:07 AM |
Last train 9:49 PM |
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A grand baroque square with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers, elegant facades, and constant street life. One of Rome’s classic strolling areas.
A lively neighborhood of narrow lanes, ivy-covered buildings, and popular evening atmosphere. Very popular for wandering and photography, especially after sunset.
A famous monumental staircase linking Piazza di Spagna with Trinità dei Monti. A classic meeting point and one of the city’s most photographed urban scenes.
A classic Roman pasta made with pecorino romano and black pepper. It is one of the city’s most iconic dishes for its simplicity and bold flavor.
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A beloved pasta sauce of tomato, guanciale, and pecorino romano, usually served with bucatini. It is a cornerstone of Roman trattoria cooking.
Rome’s best-known luxury dining destination, offering fine dining, panoramic views, and an acclaimed tasting-menu experience by Heinz Beck.
A historic restaurant near the Pantheon celebrated for careful Roman cooking, including gricia, oxtail, and seasonal specialties, in a polished traditional space.
A famous central Rome dining room and delicatessen known for Roman pasta, cured meats, cheeses, and an exceptional wine list in a lively upscale setting.
Moderate by Western Europe standards: sights and central hotels cost more, while casual dining and transit stay reasonable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxis.
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