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Museo dell'Olio
Olive oil museum in nearby Cisano presenting presses, tools, and production history; a strong cultural stop connected to Lake Garda traditions.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Trains per day
74
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Garda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Garda will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Garda without transferring at least once.
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3760
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 16690
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16702
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 16720
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+
Regionale 16702
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+
Regionale 16674
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+
Regionale 16708
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+
Regionale 16712
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+
Regionale 16722Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Garda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 73 miles (119 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Garda:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Garda costing on average $17 (€13).
Other travel options to Garda take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 59m.
The journey is about 37m faster (1h 34m by train vs 2h 11m by car) and roughly $47 (€37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€13) vs $63 (€51)). 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 Regionale, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Garda trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale Veloce 3842 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 2:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · GARDA LINK GL017 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 3:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 16612 | 11:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 2:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16694 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 1:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9723+ Regionale 16694 | 11:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 1:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16702 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 3:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · GARDA LINK GL019 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 4:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 16702 | 12:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 3:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ Regionale 16612 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 2:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ GARDA LINK GL019 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 3h18 | 4:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9727+ Regionale 16612 | 12:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 2:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale 16708 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 4:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · Regionale Veloce 3844 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 4:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2627 · GARDA LINK GL021 | 1:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h31 | 4:56 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ Regionale 16702 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 3:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9731+ Regionale 16702 | 1:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 3:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9733+ Regionale Veloce 3844 | 2:15 PM Milan Centrale | 1h50 | 4:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 16712 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 5:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · Regionale 16712 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 5:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2629 · GARDA LINK GL023 | 2:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 6:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ Regionale 16708 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 4:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ Regionale 16708 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 4:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9735+ GARDA LINK GL021 | 2:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h11 | 4:56 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9737+ GARDA LINK GL023 | 3:15 PM Milan Centrale | 2h48 | 6:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale 16716 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 6:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · GARDA LINK GL025 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 7:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2631 · Regionale Veloce 3846 | 3:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 6:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ Regionale 16712 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 5:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9741+ Regionale 16712 | 3:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 5:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ GARDA LINK GL025 | 4:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h50 | 7:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9743+ Regionale Veloce 3846 | 4:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h52 | 6:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · GARDA LINK GL027 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h31 | 7:56 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 16720 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 7:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2633 · Regionale 16720 | 4:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 7:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9747+ Regionale 16716 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 6:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9747+ Regionale 16716 | 4:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 6:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale 16722 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 8:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2635 · Regionale Veloce 3848 | 5:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 8:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale 16720 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 7:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ Regionale 16720 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 7:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9751+ GARDA LINK GL027 | 5:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h11 | 7:56 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9753+ Regionale Veloce 3848 | 6:13 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h52 | 8:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 16690 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 9:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · Regionale 16690 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 9:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2637 · GARDA LINK GL029 | 6:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h58 | 9:23 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ Regionale 16722 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 8:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ Regionale 16722 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 8:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9755+ GARDA LINK GL029 | 6:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h38 | 9:23 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2639 · Regionale Veloce 3760 | 7:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h45 | 10:10 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+ Regionale 16690 | 7:43 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h44 | 9:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9759+ Regionale 16690 | 7:43 PM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 1h38 | 9:21 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2641 · Regionale 16040 | 8:25 PM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 11:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9763+ Regionale 16040 | 8:45 PM Milan Centrale | 2h20 | 11:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · Regionale 16638 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h39 | 9:04 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2613 · GARDA LINK GL009 | 6:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h26 | 9:51 AM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale 16667 | 6:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h45 | 10:28 AM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 16684 | 6:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h38 | 11:21 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale 16667 | 6:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 3h52 | 10:35 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2693 · Regionale TRENORD 2615 · Regionale 16684 | 6:43 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 4h44 | 11:27 AM Dolcè station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ Regionale 16674 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 8:21 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ GARDA LINK GL007 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h16 | 9:01 AM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9703+ Regionale 16674 | 6:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 8:27 AM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale 16638 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 1h49 | 9:04 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9705+ Regionale 16638 · Regionale 16667 | 7:15 AM Milan Centrale | 3h13 | 10:28 AM Dolcè station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9707+ GARDA LINK GL009 | 7:45 AM Milan Centrale | 2h06 | 9:51 AM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale 16684 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 11:27 AM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · Regionale 16684 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h56 | 11:21 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2617 · GARDA LINK GL011 | 8:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 12:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9715+ GARDA LINK GL011 | 9:13 AM Milan Porta Garibaldi | 2h50 | 12:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale Veloce 3758 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 2h40 | 12:05 PM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · Regionale 16610 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h02 | 12:27 PM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TRENORD 2619 · GARDA LINK GL013 | 9:25 AM Milan Centrale | 3h38 | 1:03 PM Lazise | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ Regionale 16684 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h36 | 11:21 AM Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9717+ Regionale 16684 | 9:45 AM Milan Centrale | 1h42 | 11:27 AM Dolcè station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Milan to Garda run on average 60 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (119 km) distance in 50m.
Distance 73 miles (119 km) |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 60 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Garda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Garda trip today.
Olive oil museum in nearby Cisano presenting presses, tools, and production history; a strong cultural stop connected to Lake Garda traditions.
Wine museum near Garda explaining Bardolino viticulture, cellars, and regional heritage through displays that enrich visits to the lake area.
Museum in Torri del Benaco castle dedicated to fishing and lake culture, offering practical insight into traditional life on Lake Garda.
The lakefront promenade is Garda's signature walking area, lined with views, gardens, and access to ferries, beaches, and old-town streets.
Popular panoramic point reached by hiking, offering one of the best views over Garda town, the lake, and surrounding hills.
Scenic point and peninsula area known for cypresses, villas, and calm water views; a classic walk for first-time visitors and photographers.
Lake Garda sardines cured with salt and pressed olive oil. A prized fishing tradition of the lake, usually served simply with polenta.
Grilled or baked lake fish such as lavarello or trout, valued for its fresh alpine-lake flavor and long local fishing heritage.
Soft or grilled cornmeal polenta, a staple across the Garda and Veneto area, often paired with fish, cheese, or braised meats.
Well-regarded fine dining near Garda with creative tasting menus and a more intimate, upscale atmosphere.
Refined lakeside dining in Garda known for seafood and polished Italian dishes in an elegant setting.
Established Garda restaurant serving classic Veronese and lake cuisine, with a traditional atmosphere and dependable service.
Moderate for Lake Garda. Hotels rise in summer, dining costs are above inland towns, but ferries and buses stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is fine in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Garda 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 Garda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Garda trains use the Milano Centrale to Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Garda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 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.
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.
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