- Must visit
M9 - Museo del '900
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
133 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre 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 Mestre will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
It's difficult to get from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 · Regionale 16788
Regionale 16277 · Regionale Veloce 3483 · Regionale 16772
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 · Regionale 16804
Regionale 16017 · Regionale 16856
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 · Regionale 16878
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+
Regionale 16778
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+
Regionale 16382
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+
Regionale 16826
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+
Regionale 16800
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+
Regionale 16878Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $65.
Distance: 82 miles (133 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price |
2h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre:
A train is $134 (€111) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre costing on average $155 (€128).
Other travel options to Mestre take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 58m.
The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda to Mestre trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale Veloce 3495 · Regionale 16220 | 9:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h42 | 12:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+ Regionale 16220 | 10:08 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h23 | 12:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3513 · Regionale 16788 | 10:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h14 | 1:03 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16880 | 12:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h23 | 3:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale Veloce 3884 · Regionale 16791 | 12:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h19 | 2:57 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3497 · Regionale 16880 | 12:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 3:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ Regionale 16800 | 1:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h53 | 3:31 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale Veloce 3499 · Regionale 16804 | 1:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h14 | 4:03 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3503 · Regionale 16382 | 2:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 5:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale 16382 | 3:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h53 | 5:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ Regionale 16812 | 3:38 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h55 | 5:33 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale Veloce 3505 · Regionale 16868 | 3:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 6:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3507 · Regionale 16878 | 4:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 7:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale 16878 | 5:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h53 | 7:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3547 · Regionale 16824 | 5:55 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h06 | 8:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9749+ Regionale 16824 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h54 | 8:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3523 · Regionale 16826 | 6:49 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 9:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ Regionale 16826 | 7:08 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h53 | 9:01 PM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3549 · Regionale 16816 | 9:55 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h38 | 12:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
Regionale 16277 · Regionale Veloce 3483 · Regionale 16772 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h26 | 8:33 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 16017 · Regionale 16856 | 6:54 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h07 | 9:01 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ Regionale 16778 | 7:38 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h41 | 9:19 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale Veloce 3489 · Regionale 16466 | 7:49 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2h12 | 10:01 AM Venezia Mestre Ospedale | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (133 km) distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 82 miles (133 km) |
Average train duration 1h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 12:47 AM |
Last train 10:17 PM |
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Discover the best of Mestre — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mestre trip today.
Contemporary museum focused on 20th-century Italian history, with immersive multimedia exhibitions in central Mestre.
Major cultural center hosting rotating art exhibitions, photography shows, and events; a key venue for Mestre's contemporary scene.
Historic fort complex that regularly hosts contemporary art installations, design events, and cultural exhibitions in a distinctive setting.
Mestre's main square and social heart, lined with shops and historic buildings; the city's essential starting point.
Popular open area around the fort with canals, paths, and event spaces; increasingly popular for photos and relaxed walks.
Vast waterfront park between Mestre and Venice, famous for lagoon views, cycling paths, and sunset photography.
A classic Venetian spread of whipped salt cod, olive oil, and garlic, usually served on bread or polenta. It is one of the lagoon area’s most iconic traditional dishes.
Sweet-and-sour sardines marinated with onions, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts. A historic Venetian dish created for preserving fish and still widely loved in the area.
Creamy risotto colored and flavored with cuttlefish ink. A signature dish of the Venetian lagoon, prized for its rich sea taste and dramatic appearance.
A popular contemporary restaurant in Mestre known for creative cooking, refined presentation, and a more modern dining experience.
A well-known traditional restaurant in Mestre, appreciated for Venetian and Veneto dishes, seasonal ingredients, and a warm local atmosphere.
A busy, established casual venue known for Neapolitan pizza, Southern Italian dishes, and a lively atmosphere near central Mestre.
Generally cheaper than central Venice. Hotels and cafes are moderate, while tourist-area dining costs more.
Service is usually included or modest. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is enough; about 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated, not required.
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Venezia Mestre Ospedale -> Venezia Mestre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Mestre 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 Mestre, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda to Mestre trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Venezia Mestre Ospedale station pair. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda and Mestre 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.
Venezia Mestre Ospedale is 2 km from Mestre city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre Ospedale.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Villa Sara, Hotel Altieri, Hotel Ducale.
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