- Recommended
Museo Archeologico di Sirmione
Archaeological museum at the Grotte di Catullo site displaying Roman finds that explain daily life in the ancient lakeside villa.


+
+


+

+

Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
1h 58m
Average duration
3h 27m
Trains per day
55
Distance
189 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Sirmione among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 121 miles (196 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Sirmione:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Sirmione costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Sirmione take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 59m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Sirmione trains for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8954 · Itabus | 1050 | Delayed 7:07 AM 9:05 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 2h55 | 12:00 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 · FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 12:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h46 | 12:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h36 | 11:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
8956 | 10:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h09 | 12:14 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8956 | Delayed 8:29 AM 10:05 AMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 2h00 | 10:29 AM 10:29 AMPeschiera del Garda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TRENORD 2630 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 12:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506 · FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h15 | 12:51 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TRENORD 2630 · Autobus TRENORD 2630A | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 1:47 PM Lonato | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h58 | 1:34 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 2:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 94455 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1700 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 | 11:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h08 | 7:48 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 94455 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 1700 · Regionale TRENORD 2637 | 11:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h17 | 7:57 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 2:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509 · FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 2:52 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9514 · FRECCIAROSSA 9737 | 12:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h17 | 4:12 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h36 | 3:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 · FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 4:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Regionale Veloce 3844 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h46 | 4:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 16026 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 4h40 | 6:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale 16026 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 4h45 | 6:18 PM Lonato | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 94457+ Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 1:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h16 | 6:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 94457+ Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 1:40 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h26 | 7:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
8960 | On time 2:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h09 | 4:14 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8960 | On time 2:05 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h00 | 4:05 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744+ Regionale TRENORD 2680 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h15 | 5:35 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420 · FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 5:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale 16026 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h58 | 6:18 PM Lonato | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9584 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h10 | 6:05 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9750 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h26 | 6:46 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h46 | 6:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale 16026 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h58 | 6:18 PM Lonato | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 · FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 6:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale Veloce 3846 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h36 | 5:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 6:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Intercity 610+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 7:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ Regionale TRENORD 2637 | 3:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h53 | 7:48 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423 · FRECCIAROSSA 9752 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h56 | 7:16 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9544 · FRECCIAROSSA 9757 | 4:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 8:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 · FRECCIAROSSA 8826+ Regionale TRENORD 2684 | 5:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h33 | 7:43 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9320 · FRECCIAROSSA 8826+ Regionale TRENORD 2684 | 5:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h23 | 7:33 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h46 | 8:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9758 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h56 | 8:16 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale Veloce 3848 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h36 | 7:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 9:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 8:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Treno 3574 effettuato con bus VE098 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h23 | 10:59 PM Lonato | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 9:56 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 10:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ Regionale TRENORD 2645 · Autobus TRENORD 2645A | 7:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 12:19 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9556+ Regionale TRENORD 2645 · Autobus TRENORD 2645A | 7:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h45 | 12:40 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ Regionale TRENORD 2647 · Autobus TRENORD 9647A | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h45 | 1:40 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9560+ Regionale TRENORD 2647 · Autobus TRENORD 9647A | 8:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h24 | 1:19 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Regionale 94370 · Autobus TRENORD 2616A | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 8h14 | 5:34 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Regionale 94370 · Autobus TRENORD 2616A | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 7h53 | 5:13 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 3482 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 6h52 | 9:06 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 4h51 | 7:05 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 5h00 | 7:14 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale 91534 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 5h52 | 8:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale 91534 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 5h42 | 7:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 774+ FRECCIAROSSA 9700+ Autobus TRENORD 2613A | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 6h16 | 8:30 AM Lonato | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale Veloce 3482 | 2:14 AM Firenze Castello | 7h01 | 9:15 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3464 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h28 | 9:00 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3464 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h20 | 8:52 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9574 · FRECCIAROSSA 9717 | 6:55 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h47 | 10:42 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 1792 · Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 7:17 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h49 | 12:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 1792 · Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 7:17 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h39 | 11:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h46 | 10:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400+ Regionale Veloce 3466 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h36 | 9:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 · FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h01 | 10:21 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h35 | 11:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3840 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h45 | 12:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 2625 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h37 | 1:58 PM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale TRENORD 2625 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 5h27 | 1:48 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h30 | 11:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 8:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 10:56 AM Peschiera del Garda station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare bus and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Florence to Sirmione run on average 60 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:34, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 121 miles (196 km) distance in 1h 58m.
Distance 121 miles (196 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 60 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 58m |
First train 1:34 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Sirmione — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sirmione trip today.
Archaeological museum at the Grotte di Catullo site displaying Roman finds that explain daily life in the ancient lakeside villa.
Museum route inside the castle with exhibits on fortifications and local history, adding context to the dramatic medieval structure.
Civic exhibition area used for photography, painting, and local heritage displays, useful for discovering current cultural programming.
Narrow historic peninsula packed with lanes, shops, waterfront views, and a lively atmosphere; the essential base for first-time visitors.
Green northern tip of the peninsula around the Roman villa, ideal for walking, olive groves, and wide views across Lake Garda.
Lakeside beach and viewpoint below the Roman ruins, famous for clear water, stones, and one of Sirmione's most photogenic panoramas.
Freshwater fish from Lake Garda, usually grilled or baked with olive oil and herbs. It is a local staple tied to the lake’s fishing tradition.
Risotto made with tench from nearby Mantua lakes. It is a classic regional dish around southern Lake Garda with deep Lombard roots.
Slow-cooked braised beef in red wine, common in the Brescia area. It reflects hearty inland cooking often served with polenta.
Historic Michelin-starred restaurant inside the old town, celebrated for creative Italian tasting menus in an intimate setting.
Refined lakeside dining in a luxury hotel, known for polished Italian cuisine, seafood, and an elegant terrace atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving lake fish, pasta, and classic regional dishes with a warm, established atmosphere.
Moderate for Lake Garda: hotels and lakefront dining cost more in season, but cafes, budget meals, and local buses stay fairly reasonable.
Service may be included via coperto or servizio. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis are usually rounded up; cafes often just small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to 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 Sirmione, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Sirmione trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Sirmione train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella 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: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need