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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano 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 to Bolzano will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 130 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 43 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.

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Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano run on average 83 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 20:54. The fastest train covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 83 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 8:54 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano.
The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2693 | 8:16 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h15 | 10:31 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale 17147 | 8:16 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h54 | 11:10 AM Kaiserau | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693+ FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ 8954 | 8:16 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h07 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale 17147 | 8:16 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h51 | 11:07 AM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2615+ 8954 | 8:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h34 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502 | 9:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h48 | 11:56 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 9:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h59 | 12:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709 · FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale 17149 | 9:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h02 | 12:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9709+ 8954 | 9:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h15 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617+ 8954 | 9:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h34 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+ 8954 | 10:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h15 | 12:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8977+ Regionale 16610 | 10:27 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h56 | 2:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8977+ Regionale Veloce 3758 | 10:27 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h03 | 1:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8977+ Regionale 16684 | 10:27 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h00 | 1:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3758 | 10:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h41 | 1:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3758 · Regionale 17115 | 10:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 2:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3758 · Regionale 17123 | 10:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 1:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16694 | 12:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h47 | 3:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16694 · Regionale SAD 22435 | 12:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h01 | 3:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842 · Regionale SAD 22435 | 12:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 3:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842 · Regionale 17155 | 12:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 4:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842 | 12:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h41 | 3:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8983+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 1:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h03 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8983+ Regionale 16612 | 1:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h00 | 4:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8983+ Regionale 16702 | 1:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h00 | 5:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509 | 1:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h10 | 3:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 1:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h32 | 4:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727 · FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale 17155 | 1:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h29 | 4:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
8959+ Regionale 16708 | 1:44 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h42 | 6:26 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8959+ Regionale 16702 | 1:44 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h43 | 5:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8959+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 1:44 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h46 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625+ 8966 | 1:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 9h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 2:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h41 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale SAD 22439 | 2:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 5:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 17159 | 2:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 6:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627+ 8966 | 2:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 8h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ 8966 | 3:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 8h15 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale SAD 22439 | 3:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h31 | 5:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale 17159 | 3:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h02 | 6:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 3:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h22 | 5:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ Regionale 16708 | 3:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h48 | 6:26 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ 8966 | 3:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 7h45 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ Regionale 16708 · Regionale 22449 | 3:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h01 | 6:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629+ 8966 | 3:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 7h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 16712 | 3:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h36 | 7:25 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 4:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h41 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 4:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 8:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631+ 8966 | 4:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 6h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 4:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 7:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 5:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h22 | 7:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ 8966 | 5:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 6h15 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale SAD 22443 | 5:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h31 | 7:39 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 17179 | 5:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h02 | 8:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
8967+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 5:43 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h47 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8967+ Regionale 16720 | 5:43 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h44 | 9:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8967+ Intercity 610 | 5:43 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h48 | 8:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ Intercity 610 | 5:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h42 | 8:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ 8966 | 5:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ Intercity 610+ Regionale 17117 | 5:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h18 | 9:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633+ Intercity 610+ Regionale 17117 | 5:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 9:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ Intercity 610 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h24 | 8:31 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ Intercity 610+ Regionale 17117 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h00 | 9:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ 8966 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h16 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749 · FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale 17117 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h03 | 9:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
8993+ Regionale 16722 | 6:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h00 | 10:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8993+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 6:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h03 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8993+ Regionale 16720 | 6:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h00 | 9:27 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 6:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h41 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635+ 8966 | 6:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 6:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h18 | 10:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 6:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h21 | 10:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale SAD 16719 | 7:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h59 | 10:07 PM Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ 8966 | 7:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h15 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753 · FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale SAD 16719 | 7:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h02 | 10:10 PM Kaiserau | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 7:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h22 | 9:30 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 16690 | 7:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h43 | 11:32 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637+ 8966 | 7:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757+ 8966 | 8:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h15 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9757 · FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 8:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h40 | 10:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8997+ Regionale Veloce 3760 | 8:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h12 | 11:39 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8997+ FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 8:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h21 | 10:48 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
8997+ Regionale 16690 | 8:27 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h05 | 11:32 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2639+ 8966 | 8:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h34 | 11:23 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3760 | 8:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h50 | 11:39 PM Bolzano/Bozen | 1 transfer | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano 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 Bolzano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda to Bolzano trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Bolzano-Bozen station pair, with some services arriving at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda and Bolzano 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.
Bolzano-Bozen is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano-Bozen 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: Restaurant Laurin, Restaurant Anita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bolzano-Bozen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano-Bozen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano-Bozen: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Parkhotel Laurin, Hotel Greif, Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano.
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud is 2 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Ticket office support is available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolzano Sud Bozen Sud: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Kaiserau is 1 km from Bolzano city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaiserau has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Kaiserau.
ATMs are available at Kaiserau.
Available at Kaiserau: Parking, WC.
Available at Kaiserau: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaiserau.
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