- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Rambotti
Archaeological open-air museum of a UNESCO prehistoric pile-dwelling site. It is essential for understanding very early settlement around Lake Garda.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Padua to Desenzano del Garda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Padua to Desenzano del Garda will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 38 trains from Padua to Desenzano del Garda, including 20 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 105 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.
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Trains from Padua to Desenzano del Garda run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 65 miles (105 km) distance in 1h 5m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Padua to Desenzano del Garda.
The table below shows live departures for Padua to Desenzano del Garda trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9700 | 6:07 AM Padova | 1h07 | 7:14 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8970 | 6:26 AM Padova | 1h05 | 7:31 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3478 · Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:40 AM Padova | 1h26 | 8:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ Regionale TRENORD 2620 | 6:46 AM Padova | 1h20 | 8:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9706 | 7:16 AM Padova | 1h05 | 8:21 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17164 · Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:20 AM Padova | 1h40 | 9:00 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ Regionale TRENORD 2622 | 7:46 AM Padova | 1h14 | 9:00 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9713 | 8:16 AM Padova | 1h05 | 9:21 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3486 · Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:40 AM Padova | 1h26 | 10:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ Regionale TRENORD 2624 | 8:46 AM Padova | 1h20 | 10:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718 | 9:16 AM Padova | 1h05 | 10:21 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8971 | 9:26 AM Padova | 1h05 | 10:31 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3428 · Regionale TRENORD 2626 | 9:40 AM Padova | 1h26 | 11:06 AM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3632 · Regionale TRENORD 2628 | 10:40 AM Padova | 1h26 | 12:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9724 | 11:16 AM Padova | 1h05 | 12:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9726 | 11:46 AM Padova | 1h05 | 12:51 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3490 · Regionale TRENORD 2632 | 12:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 2:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9732 | 1:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 2:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3492 · Regionale TRENORD 2634 | 1:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 3:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9729 | 1:46 PM Padova | 1h06 | 2:52 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9736 | 2:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 3:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8984 | 2:26 PM Padova | 1h05 | 3:31 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3496 · Regionale TRENORD 2636 | 2:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 4:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9740 | 3:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 4:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3498 · Regionale TRENORD 2638 | 3:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 5:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9744 | 4:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 5:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
8988 | 4:26 PM Padova | 1h05 | 5:31 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 16026 · Regionale TRENORD 2640 | 4:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 6:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 16026 | 4:40 PM Padova | 1h33 | 6:13 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9748 | 5:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 6:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3504 · Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 5:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 7:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9750+ Regionale TRENORD 2642 | 5:46 PM Padova | 1h20 | 7:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3506 · Regionale TRENORD 2644 | 6:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 8:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9754 | 6:46 PM Padova | 1h05 | 7:51 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3508 · Regionale TRENORD 2646 | 7:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 9:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9762 | 8:16 PM Padova | 1h05 | 9:21 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 · Regionale TRENORD 2648 | 8:40 PM Padova | 1h26 | 10:06 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3574 | 8:40 PM Padova | 1h37 | 10:17 PM Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Padua to Desenzano del Garda with Frecciarossa, Regionale, and Italo. High-speed trains available on this route with Frecciarossa and Italo. Regional trains available on this route with Regionale. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Archaeological open-air museum of a UNESCO prehistoric pile-dwelling site. It is essential for understanding very early settlement around Lake Garda.
Archaeological museum inside the Roman villa area, displaying mosaics and finds that explain ancient Desenzano and lake-region history.
Main municipal archaeology museum known for Bronze Age finds, including the ancient plow. A compact but significant local-history collection.
Elegant lakeside promenade for strolling, sunset views, and access to beaches and the old center. It is one of the town’s signature walks.
Historic center district with lanes, stairways, and mixed architecture from harbor to castle. Best area for wandering and absorbing local character.
Busy central square by the harbor with arcades and historic character. It is ideal for people-watching and connecting major sights on foot.
Buttery risotto made with local Vialone Nano rice and freshwater tench from Lake Garda, a classic lake-and-rice dish tied to the lower Garda plain.
Lake fish such as sardines, lavaret or perch grilled simply with olive oil and herbs. It reflects Garda’s fishing tradition and local extra-virgin olive oil.
Air-dried salted sardines from Lake Garda, usually served with grilled polenta. A historic preservation method and one of the area’s most distinctive flavors.
Established fine dining restaurant serving creative seafood and Italian tasting menus in an intimate, contemporary setting near the center.
Refined lakeside dining in a luxury hotel, known for polished Italian cuisine, seafood and elegant service with views over Lake Garda.
Well-known traditional venue for lake fish, grilled dishes and classic regional cooking in a relaxed trattoria atmosphere.
Moderate for Lake Garda. Hotels rise in summer, dining is mid-priced, and ferries and trains are reasonable versus larger Italian tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. At cafes, small change is enough.
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Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione -> Piazza Giuseppe Malvezzi, Desenzano del Garda
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Padua to Desenzano del 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 Desenzano del Garda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Padua to Desenzano del Garda trains use the Padova to Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione station pair. Use this guide to compare Padua and Desenzano del Garda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Padova 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 Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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.
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