How to travel from Rome to Garda

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rome to Garda

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Garda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł 281 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł 281, while a flight costs an average of zł 2,080.

Distance: 269 miles (434 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Rome to Garda

Compare the available ways to get from Rome to Garda, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Garda is a bus with an average price of zł 281.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Garda:

A bus is zł 48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Garda costing on average zł 329.

A bus is zł 1,799 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Garda costing on average zł 2,080.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Garda is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Garda take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 10h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Garda including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Garda among Omio's users.

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from Rome to Garda

How to get from Rome to Garda by train, bus or flight.

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

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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17870 · Regionale 16604
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  • Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 774+RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17870 · GARDA LINK GL001
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  • Marino Autolinee054 · 072
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FAQs: Travel from Rome to Garda

Travel to 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 Rome to Garda.

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There are 3 options to travel between Rome and Garda including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Garda is a bus with an average price of zł 281.

This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Garda:

A bus is zł 48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Garda costing on average zł 329.

A bus is zł 1,799 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Garda costing on average zł 2,080.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Garda is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 4m.

Other travel options to Garda take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 16m.

Bus takes on average 10h 6m.

The distance from Rome to Garda is approximately 269 miles (434 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Garda is:
  • Around 37 flights per day.
  • Around 34 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Garda:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rome Termini and arrive in Domegliara-Sant'Ambrogio.
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Verona, Viale Andrea Palladio (Tamoil).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Garda, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Frecciarossa, Intercity, Italo, Intercity Notte, Regionale to go to Garda by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, Marino Autolinee to go to Garda by bus.
  • Travel with ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa, Luxair, Eurowings, Aeroitalia, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Avion Express Malta, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways to go to Garda by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Garda with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with Frecciarossa, Italo.
  • 0 direct buses per day with Itabus.
  • 10 direct flights per day with ITA, Aeroitalia.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Garda often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Milan, Sirmione, Verona, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Garda and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Garda to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Garda, you can enjoy Gardaland Resort, stroll through the historic center for shops and local eateries, take a boat tour on Lake Garda, visit local wineries, or try windsurfing. For sights, explore Lago di Garda, Rocca di Garda, Parco Baia delle Sirene, Punta San Vigilio, and Villa degli Albertini.
To fully enjoy Garda's scenic beauty and activities, plan for 3 to 4 days.

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