- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
3 h 55 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Genoa 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 Genoa will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
It's difficult to get from Desenzano del Garda to Genoa without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 7579 · Regionale Veloce 3341
Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 7567 · Regionale Veloce 3029
Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 7563 · Regionale Veloce 3025
Regionale TRENORD 2616 · Regionale TRENORD 7555 · Regionale Veloce 3321
Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 7571 · Regionale Veloce 3333
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+
Intercity 995
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+
Intercity 679
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+
Regionale TRENORD 7571 · Regionale Veloce 3333
Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 7567 · Regionale Veloce 3029
Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 7563 · Regionale Veloce 3025Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Genoa run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 9:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda to Genoa trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9726+ Regionale TRENORD 7571 · Regionale Veloce 3333 | 2:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h10 | 6:31 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2634+ Intercity 679 | 3:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h41 | 7:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732+ Intercity 679 | 3:52 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h56 | 7:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2638+ Intercity 689 | 5:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h41 | 9:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640+ Intercity 995 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h41 | 10:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640 · Regionale TRENORD 7579 · Regionale Veloce 3341 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h55 | 11:02 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Intercity 995 | 6:53 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 3h55 | 10:48 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2616 · Regionale TRENORD 7555 · Regionale Veloce 3321 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h36 | 10:43 AM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2620+ Intercity 637 | 8:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h39 | 12:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2622+ Intercity 665 | 9:01 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h45 | 1:46 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2624+ BUS L665H+ Regionale TTPER 88122 | 10:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 6h05 | 4:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2624 · Regionale TRENORD 7563 · Regionale Veloce 3025 | 10:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h20 | 2:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2626 · Regionale TRENORD 10867 · Regionale TTPER 88122 | 11:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h05 | 4:12 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2626+ Intercity 669 | 11:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h38 | 3:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628 · Regionale TRENORD 7567 · Regionale Veloce 3029 | 12:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h20 | 4:27 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628+ Intercity 673 | 12:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 5h38 | 5:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632+ Intercity 675 | 2:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h38 | 6:45 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632 · Regionale TRENORD 7571 · Regionale Veloce 3333 | 2:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 4h24 | 6:31 PM Genoa Piazza Principe | 2 transfers | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda to Genoa trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Genova Piazza Principe station pair, with some services arriving at Genova Brignole. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda and Genoa 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.
Genova Piazza Principe is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Piazza Principe 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 Salgari, Trattoria dell'Acciughetta
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Piazza Principe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Piazza Principe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Piazza Principe: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Continental Genova, Grand Hotel Savoia, Hotel Britannia.
Genova Brignole is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Brignole 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 da Toto, Trattoria Rosmarino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Genova Brignole. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Genova Brignole. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Genova Brignole: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Brignole: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Brignole: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Palace, NH Genova Centro, Best Western Hotel Moderno Verdi.
Genova Quarto dei Mille is 5 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Genova Quarto dei Mille has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food options include: Pazzi per la Pizza, Trattoria Osvaldo
Available at Genova Quarto dei Mille: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Genova Quarto dei Mille: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Genova Quarto dei Mille: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include AC Hotel Genova, Gaslini vicinissimo - Casa dello Zio.
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