How to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda

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Compare bus and train for Como to Desenzano del Garda

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Como to Desenzano del Garda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a bus costs an average of €275.

Distance: 73 miles (119 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda is a train with an average price of €15.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Desenzano del Garda:

A train is €261 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Desenzano del Garda costing on average €275.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda is by train with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Desenzano del Garda take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Como and Desenzano del Garda including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Como to Desenzano del Garda among Omio's users.

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from Como to Desenzano del Garda

How to get from Como to Desenzano del Garda by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • GoOpti
    7:50 PM1h40
    Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King)
    9:30 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €971One-way
    0 transfers

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  • GoOpti
    7:50 PM1h40
    Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King)
    9:30 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €971One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • GoOpti
    7:50 PM1h40
    Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King)
    9:30 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €971One-way
    0 transfers

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  • GoOpti
    9:00 PM1h40
    Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King)
    10:40 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €971One-way
    0 transfers
  • GoOpti
    8:00 PM1h40
    Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King)
    9:40 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €971One-way
    0 transfers
  • GoOpti
    8:00 PM1h45
    Olgiate Olona, Via Busto Fagnano (McDonald's)
    9:45 PMDesenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS)
    €991One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda

Travel to Desenzano del Garda easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Como to Desenzano del Garda.

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There are 2 options to travel between Como and Desenzano del Garda including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda is a train with an average price of €15.

This is compared to other travel options from Como to Desenzano del Garda:

A train is €261 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Como to Desenzano del Garda costing on average €275.

The fastest way to travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda is by train with an average journey time of 2h 34m.

Other travel options to Desenzano del Garda take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 33m.

The distance from Como to Desenzano del Garda is approximately 73 miles (119 km).
The average frequency per day from Como to Desenzano del Garda is:
  • Around 108 trains per day.
  • Around 44 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Como and Desenzano del Garda as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Como to Desenzano del Garda:
  • Trains mostly depart from Como San Giovanni and arrive in Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione.
  • Buses mostly depart from Cerro Maggiore, Via F. Turati (Burger King) and arrive in Desenzano del Garda, Via Ca` Bianca (Parcheggio vicino Stazione FS).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Menaggio and arrive in Varenna.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Como to Desenzano del Garda, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa to go to Desenzano del Garda by train.
  • Travel with GoOpti to go to Desenzano del Garda by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Como to Desenzano del Garda:
  • 44 direct buses per day with GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Como to Desenzano del Garda often also extend their vacation to go to Verona, Venice, Milan, Milan Centrale, Bergamo. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Desenzano del Garda and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Desenzano del Garda to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully experience Desenzano del Garda, including its historical sites, lakefront activities, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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