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There are 4 ways to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza by train, car, bus or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.

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Train

  1. Take the train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Lambrate
  2. Take the train from Milano Lambrate to Piacenza

Train via Milan

  1. Take the train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centrale
  2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Piacenza

Drive

  1. Drive from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza

Bus, shuttle

  1. Take the bus from Desenzano - Via Anelli - Porto to Brescia, Via Solferino - Autostazione
  2. Take a shuttle bus from Brescia to Piacenza

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The cheapest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza is to train which costs €11 - €19 and takes 2h 49m.

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The quickest way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza is to drive which costs €18 - €27 and takes 1h 8m.

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No, there is no direct train from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza. However, there are services departing from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione and arriving at Piacenza via Milano Lambrate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

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The distance between Desenzano del Garda and Piacenza is 81 km. The road distance is 111.3 km.

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The best way to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs €11 - €19.

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It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza, including transfers.

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Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza train services, operated by Trenord, depart from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione station.

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Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza train services, operated by Trenord, arrive at Piacenza station.

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Yes, the driving distance between Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza.

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Map of how to get from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza.
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  • Distance: 80.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Desenzano del Garda, Italy and Piacenza, Italy?

You can take a train from Desenzano del Garda to Piacenza via Milano Lambrate in around 2h 49m.

Train operators
Trenord

Trenord operates regional and suburban lines throughout Italy’s Lombardy region, including the Malapensa Express from Milan’s Malapensa Airport and local lines around Lake Como and the Italian Lakes. Trenord train tickets can be purchased from machines at any train station and don’t need to be booked in advance.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 02 7249 4494
Email
my-link@trenord.it
Website
trenord.it
Train from Desenzano Del Garda-Sirmione to Milano Lambrate
Ave. Duration
1h 19m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€8 - €10
Website
https://www.trenord.it/
Website
https://www.trenord.it/en/
Train from Milano Lambrate to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
1h 4m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€4 - €5
Website
https://www.trenord.it/
Website
https://www.trenord.it/en/
Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.

Contact Details
Phone
+41 848 44 66 88
Website
sbb.ch
Train from Milano Lambrate to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
48 min
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
€19 - €35
Website
https://www.sbb.ch/en/home.html
Trenitalia Intercity

Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Lambrate to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
47 min
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€3 - €6
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€3 - €6
Train from Milano Centrale to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
1h 1m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
€5 - €9
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€5 - €9
Trenitalia

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Milano Lambrate to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
1h 12m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€4 - €9
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€7 - €9
Train from Milano Centrale to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
1h 7m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€5 - €11
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€9 - €11
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Trenitalia Frecce

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Desenzano Garda-Sirm to Milano Centrale
Ave. Duration
52 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€12 - €50
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Schedules at
https://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Super Economy
€12 - €17
Base Standard
€27 - €40
Base Premium
€30 - €50
Train from Milano Centrale to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
28 min
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
€9 - €45
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Schedules at
https://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query.exe/en?revia=yes&existOptimizePrice=1&country=overseas&initialAvail=ON&S={fromName}&Z={toName}&start=1
Super Economy
€9 - €13
Base Standard
€23 - €35
Base Premium
€29 - €45
ItaloTreno

Private train company Italotreno operates high-speed trains in Italy on the same tracks as Trenitalia. The routes service 21 stations across the country, including popular routes Milan-Florence, Rome-Venice and Bologna-Naples. Choose from four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive. Italo also operates Italobus – an integrated train-bus service that takes passengers from the main train stations to other Italian cities.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 8937 1892
Website
italotreno.it
Train from Desenzano del Garda to Milano Centrale
Ave. Duration
52 min
Frequency
4 times a day
Estimated price
€10 - €45
Website
https://www.italotreno.it/en
Smart Economy
€14 - €20
Smart Low Cost
€10 - €13
Smart Flex
€29 - €45
Bus operators
SIA
Phone
(+39) 030 2889911
Email
arriva@arriva.it
Website
brescia.arriva.it
Bus from Desenzano - Via Anelli - Porto to Brescia, Via Solferino - Autostazione
Ave. Duration
1h 1m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€1 - €3
Schedules at
brescia.arriva.it
2nd Class
€1 - €3
GoOpti
Phone
+386 1 320 4530
Email
info@goopti.com
Website
goopti.com
Shuttle from Brescia to Piacenza
Ave. Duration
2h 15m
Frequency
On demand
Estimated price
€29 - €130
Schedules at
goopti.com
Shared
€29 - €31
Private
€70 - €130

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