- Must visit
Pinacoteca di Brera
One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
52 m
Average duration
52 m
Trains per day
36
Distance
105 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Desenzano del Garda to Milan 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 Milan will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 36 trains that leave Desenzano del Garda for Milan on Sun, Aug 02, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 02 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 52 m .
On Sun, Aug 02 the slowest trains will take 53 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.
Regionale TRENORD 2618
Regionale TRENORD 2628
Regionale TRENORD 2626
Regionale TRENORD 2638
Regionale TRENORD 2622
FRECCIAROSSA 9748
FRECCIAROSSA 9744
FRECCIAROSSA 9754
FRECCIAROSSA 9736
FRECCIAROSSA 9732Trains from Desenzano del Garda to Milan run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 52m.
Distance 65 miles (105 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:04 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Desenzano del Garda to Milan trains for today, Saturday, August 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 8:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 9:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2644+ FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 8:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h08 | 9:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 9:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 10:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 10:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 11:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 2 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2616 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 7:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2616+ FRECCIAROSSA 9604 | 6:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h13 | 7:20 AM Milan Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2618 | 7:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 8:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 8:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 9:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 9:01 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h34 | 10:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8970 | 9:11 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h09 | 10:20 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 10:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 11:35 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 10:48 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h57 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 11:07 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 12:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 11:52 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h53 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 12:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 1:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8971 | 12:30 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h55 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 1:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 2:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 2:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 3:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 2:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h54 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 3:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 4:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 3:52 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h53 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 4:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 5:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 5:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 6:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 5:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 6:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2680 | 5:46 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h39 | 7:25 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2680 | 5:46 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h24 | 7:10 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 6:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 7:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2682 | 6:46 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h24 | 8:10 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 6:53 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 7:45 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 7:07 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h28 | 8:35 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2698 | 7:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h22 | 8:35 PM Milano Lambrate | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TRENORD 2698 | 7:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1h38 | 8:51 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 7:23 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0h52 | 8:15 PM Milan Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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One of Italy’s top art museums, featuring masterpieces by Mantegna, Bellini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Piero della Francesca.
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Milan’s central square frames the cathedral and major civic buildings, making it the city’s essential meeting point and photo stop.
This artistic district offers charming lanes, Brera atmosphere, boutiques, and easy access to galleries and evening strolls.
A large landscaped park behind the castle, perfect for walks, skyline views, and reaching landmarks like the Arch of Peace.
Saffron risotto cooked with butter, stock and cheese. It is Milan's signature dish, linked to the city's love of rich northern Italian rice cookery.
Breaded veal cutlet fried in butter until golden. A classic Milanese main, prized for its simple preparation and long-standing local tradition.
Slow-braised veal shanks with vegetables, wine and broth, often finished with gremolata. A hearty Lombard specialty commonly paired with risotto.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enrico Bartolini in MUDEC. Expect refined Italian tasting menus in a polished contemporary setting.
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Long-running local favorite for classic Milanese cuisine, especially risotto and ossobuco. Warm, old-school atmosphere in the Brera area.
Moderate for Western Europe. Hotels and central dining can be pricey, but transit is affordable and budget meals, aperitivo deals, and local cafes help keep daily costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% for good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Desenzano del Garda to Milan 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 Milan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Desenzano del Garda to Milan trains use the Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Milano Lambrate. Use this guide to compare Desenzano del Garda and Milan 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.
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Milano Lambrate is 4 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Lambrate 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 Il Girasole, Osteria Lambrate
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Milano Lambrate. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Milano Lambrate. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Lambrate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Lambrate: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Milano Lambrate, Hotel Gamma, Hotel Lugano.
Milano Porta Garibaldi is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Porta Garibaldi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Caffeteria Panni Caldi, Princi, Burgez, Bricco Café, U! Come tu mi vuoi, Autogrill, Culto
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Porta Garibaldi: Accessible facilities such as ticket machines, toilets, and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel NH Milano Palazzo Moscova, AC Hotel by Marriott Milano, Tocq Hotel.
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