The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 41 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
197 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Florence for Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 197 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 41 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
6:36 PM2h41Florence9:17 PMDesenzano del Garda-Sirmione$271One-way0 transfers
6:36 PM2h41Florence9:17 PMDesenzano del Garda-Sirmione$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 122 miles (197 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$31 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione costing on average $31 (€24).
Other travel options to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 10m.
The journey is about 25m faster (2h 20m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly $42 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($31 (€24) vs $73 (€58)). 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.
Live departures
Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:36 PM Florence | 2h41 | 9:17 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione
Trains from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione run on average 29 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $26 (€21) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:38, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 122 miles (197 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 122 miles (197 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $26 (€21) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 3:38 AM |
Last train 6:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale trains will get you between Florence and Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione from $20 (€16). 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 Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione 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 Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, with access from Via dello Steccuto.
- Trattoria Fratelli Briganti
- Osteria di Poneta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Raffaello
- Hotel Corolle
- Hotel Dalmazia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for regional trains
- Hall 2: platform 4-9 for intercity and high-speed trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Moka Café
- The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
- Florence Stadium B&B
- Hotel Villa Liana
- Hotel della Robbia
- Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45
- Bus lines: 12, 13, 33
- Train lines: FA, IC, ICN, R
- 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
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