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On average, it takes around 3 hours 27 minutes to travel from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 2 hours 5 minutes though. You'll usually find 45 trains per day running along the 122 miles (196 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won’t need to make any changes on your way to Florence.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence start from £23.69 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Florence by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
It takes an average of 3h 27m to travel from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence by train, over a distance of around 122 miles (196 km). There are normally 45 trains per day travelling from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence and tickets for this journey start from £23.69 when you book in advance.
First train | 01:24 | |
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Last train | 22:33 | |
Departure station | Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione | |
Arrival station | Florence | |
Journey time | From 2h 5m | |
Distance | 122 miles (196 km) | |
Frequency | 45 trains per day | |
Changes | Direct trains available | |
Price | From £23.69 | |
Train and bus operators |
Italo is a high-speed train operator that runs services between many of the major cities across Italy. All Italo trains are modern, air conditioned, and have free WiFi available for all travellers. There are four comfort classes, or "ambiances", as Italo like to call them – Smart (the cheapest price), Comfort (with wider seats and extra legroom), Prima (with a welcome selection of food and drink, fast track boarding and extra space), and Executive Club (with all Prima services, extra-wide seats, access to Italo Club lounges and personal entertainment screens at your seat).
Although Smart is Italo’s standard and cheapest class, you won’t miss out on the fantastic service! This class provides you with the following amenities:
In addition to all the perks of Italo Smart, Italo Prima also provides a little extra, such as a dedicated Fast Track service and a welcome service.
If you fancy travelling in style, upgrade to Italo Club Executive and enjoy dedicated catering service, personal screens, and free entry to Italo Club Lounge.
While there’s no bar or restaurant carriage on Italo trains, you can use the vending machines on board to get snacks and drinks during your journey.
Priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility are available on Italo trains. They’re usually located next to an accessible toilet. All accessible toilets also have tactile and Braille signs.
Air-conditioning is available on all Italo trains, as well as at-seat power sockets.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione and Florence is 3 hours and 27 minutes, with around 45 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence is 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence can start from as little as £23.69 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence without having to change trains. There are 3 direct trains from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence leaves at 01:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence leaves at 22:33. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione to Florence cover a distance of around 122 miles (196 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Florence to Desenzano del Garda/Sirmione.