Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione by train

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Overview: trains from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione

Find the key information for travelling by train from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:02 View journey

Last train 23:11 View journey

Avg changes 1

Fastest journey 5hr 22m View journey

Distance (km) 324

Trains / day 60 View all

Cheapest journey US$97.50 View journey

Avg journey time 7hr 50m

Train operators 76

Travelling from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione by train

Want to know how to get from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione take around 5 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 324 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Basel is scheduled to depart at around 04:37. The last departure is usually at around 23:11 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Basel at around 00:02, with the last train leaving at around 23:07. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 60 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 6 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$97.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione.

Is there a direct train from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione?

The journey between Basel and Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione?

The Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione train travel takes about 5 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Basel to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione leaving Basel at around 04:37 and the last train leaving at around 23:11 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Basel at around 00:02, with the final departure at 23:07.

Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Basel by train