Bologna to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Bologna to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione take around 1 hour and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 124 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bologna is scheduled to depart at around  00:46. The last departure is usually at around 21:56 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bologna at around 03:18, with the last train leaving at around 21:56. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 42 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$17.50.

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 Bologna to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Bologna 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 Bologna to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione?

The Bologna to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione train travel takes about 1 hour and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bologna 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 Bologna at around 00:46 and the last train leaving at around 21:56 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bologna at around 03:18, with the final departure at 21:56.