Garda to Milan train

Trains from Garda to Milan

When taking a train from Garda to Milan, you’ll depart from the Peschiera del Garda station on the southern shores of Lake Garda in Verona. From this quaint town that boasts a centuries-old fortress on an island at the mouth of the Mincio River, the Garda to Milan trains head to the regal Milano Centrale railway station in Milan, the largest train station in Europe. From here, you can tour Milan, seeing its famous churches, cathedrals and castles.

 

Garda to Milan Train Time: Daily Departures

Trains from Garda to Milan depart about 20 times a day. Generally, trains run twice an hour from around 6:00 a.m. until about 10:00 a.m., seven days a week. Then trains run once an hour from about 1:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m., also seven days a week. On Saturdays and Sundays, a train also runs around 12:00 p.m., noon. Most trains go non-stop from Garda to Milan, but the first train of the day often has one transfer in Brescia. Most journeys take approximately 1h 30min.

 

How long is the journey by train from Garda to Milan?

When traveling from Garda to Milan by train, will find that most trains run non-stop for a pleasant journey lasting 1h 36min. Three to five Garda to Milan trains a day make a faster trip lasting about 1h 00min. Often, an early morning train will require one transfer in Brescia, and these Garda to Milan trains complete the journey in about 1h 20min.

 

Trains from Garda to Milan: Departure and Arrival Stations?

Departure train station: In Garda, you will catch your departing train at the Peschiera del Garda train station, located at the southern end of Lake Garda, near the entrance to the Mincio River. The town is small, and everything is within a reasonable walking distance. At the train station, you can get buses to most surrounding towns. You can find snacks, beverages, and restrooms inside the station on the first floor. And just across the street from the station, you’ll find a McDonald’s and a charming pizzeria.

Arrival train station: When you arrive in Milan at the Milano Centrale station, you will be pleased to find yourself in the very heart of Milan. There are several hotels nearby and you can catch buses or trams to take you through the city. The station itself features many amenities, including restrooms, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, ATMs, and a post office. You’ll also find restaurants, a bar, shops, and even a grocery store.

 

Which train companies travel from Garda to Milan?

Trenord operates most trains from Garda to Milan and they generally offer second class tickets. Trenitalia runs about three to five Garda to Milan trains daily, offering Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive class tickets. Very occasionally, Garda to Milan trains will be operated by Italo, a company that offers Smart, Prima, and Club Executive class tickets. Trenord trips last about 1h 30min; Trenitalia and Italo trips tend to be much quicker, lasting about 1h .

 

Trenord trains from Garda to Milan

Trenord runs about 15 to 18 Milam to Garda trains daily, approximately once an hour, seven days a week. These non-stop journeys take about 1h 36min. They generally offer second class tickets, which include armchair seating, bistro service, and lots of storage space on board. Many of these tickets are fully refundable up until the day of departure, but some tickets are exchangeable, not refundable. For certain tickets, a passenger will have to pay an extra fee to refund a ticket.

 

Trenitalia trains from Garda to Milan

Trenitalia operates around three to five Garda to Milan trains daily, often in the morning and late afternoon, catering to business travelers. When traveling from Garda to Milan by train with Trenitalia, you will most likely be on a high-speed train, such as a Frecciarossa. These particular Garda to Milan trains take about 1h 00min to complete the journey and are approximately 33% faster than Trenord trains. Tickets usually include free Wi-Fi. Standard class has armchair seating, but the rest of the classes usually include leather armchair seating—and the leather armchairs in Business class usually recline. Business class tends to be a good value, providing a free snack and drink when you board, menu dining during the journey, and an available quiet area.

 

Italo trains from Garda to Milan

Train service for Garda to Milan trains is very occasionally operated by Italo. Italo high-speed trains are not available every day—it is difficult to find even one a week. The trip on Italo takes about 1h. Italo usually offers three different class tickets: Smart, Prima, and Club Executive. A Smart ticket tends to include free Wi-Fi, on-board entertainment, and reclining leather seats. In Prima, you usually get all that, plus more space and a welcome service. In Executive Club class, you often also have access to private lounges. If you are interested in cheap trains from Garda to Milan, Italo’s ticket prices tend to be cheaper than Trenitalia’s, making an Italo train a good deal—if you can find one.

    

On the Train from Garda to Milan: Services on Board

On Garda to Milan trains, you usually carry your luggage onto the train with you and stow it on board for free. On Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa train, you can often pay a porter to help you. You usually cannot bring a bike on a Trenord train from Garda to Milan. However, you can sometimes bring a bike onboard a Trenitalia Frecciarossa train if it is marked with a bicycle decal. On Trenord trains, no animals, except service dogs, are allowed during rush hours on weekdays. On Trenitalia and Italo trains, and on Trenord trains during non-peak hours, you can usually bring one small animal in a carrier or a larger dog with a leash and muzzle. Service dogs always travel free. Small animals in carriers usually travel free on all three trains, but there usually a fee for larger dogs. Trenord often offers discounted tickets for differently-abled passengers and their care-givers.

 

How to find cheap train tickets from Garda to Milan

If you’re looking for cheap trains from Garda to Milan, you are in the right place! Omio is here to make your journey affordable, comfortable, and unforgettable. Booking in advance does not seem to affect the already-cheap price of Garda to Milan trains booked through Omio. Train prices are about the same on any given day, so it is unlikely that you will have to change the day you travel just so you can get a cheaper ticket. Also, Omio sometimes offers Coupon Codes when you are booking your ticket.