How to travel from Desenzano del Garda to Venice

There are 2 options to travel between Desenzano del Garda and Venice including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Desenzano del Garda to Venice is a train with an average price of $17.

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

A train is $131 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Desenzano del Garda to Venice costing on average $148.

The fastest way to travel from Desenzano del Garda to Venice is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 5m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 12m.

The distance from Desenzano del Garda to Venice is approximately 86 miles (140 km).

The average frequency per day from Desenzano del Garda to Venice is:

• Around 42 trains per day.
• Around 26 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Desenzano del Garda to Venice:

• Trains mostly depart from Desenzano del Garda-Sirmione and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
• Buses mostly depart from Desenzano del Garda, Desenzano highway exit - McDonald's and arrive in Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
• Ferries mostly depart from San Marco and arrive in Burano.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Desenzano del Garda to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar, GoOpti to go to Venice by bus.
• Travel with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo, Trenord to go to Venice by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Desenzano del Garda to Venice with the following travel companies:

• 25 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 24 direct trains per day with Regionale, Frecciarossa, Italo.

Omio customers who travel from Desenzano del Garda to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.

Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.