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Compare bus and train for Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 train which can get you there in 2h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$29 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price | $74 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $31 (€25).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
The journey is about 18m faster (2h 37m by train vs 2h 55m by car) and roughly $45 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€23) vs $74 (€59)). 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 Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Why should you book Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Italo?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Italo, but also compare tickets for the likes of Frecciarossa or Regionale to find the best option for your trip from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Italo with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 16:49. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€16) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 4:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Desenzano del Garda and Florence Santa Maria Novella from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Florence Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Desenzano del Garda to Florence Santa Maria Novella
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
- 12oz Coffee Joint
- Casa Maioli
- Don Nino
- Fratelli Cuore
- McDonald´s
- Panella
- Segafredo Zanetti
- Spizzico
- Venchi
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
- Hotel Luxor Florence
- Joy Hotel Florence
- Diplomat Hotel Florence
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Located inside and outside the station.
- Tram lines: T1, T2
- Bus lines: 6, 11, 12, 13, 17, 23, 36, 37, C4
- Train lines: FR, FA, Italo
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