Verona. Verona is surely the closest big city near Lake Garda, as well as the one with the closest international airport. Moreover, it's also easily reachable by train, as there are regular connections.
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Lake Garda is easier to get to from Venice and Verona; Lake Como is closer to Milan.
Location. Depending on your other travel plans and location, one destination may make more sense logistically. Although Lake Como and Lake Garda are only about 2.5 hours away from each other in northern Italy.
Getting to Lake Garda by train from MilanA direct train from Milan to Peschiera del Garda takes 57 minutes and runs 25 times per day, operating between 06:15 and 23:30. The direct service from Milan to Desenzano del Garda is even quicker, taking just 51 minutes and running 25 times a day.
It takes an average of 2h 42m to travel from Peschiera del Garda to Como by train, over a distance of around 83 miles (133 km). There are normally 30 trains per day travelling from Peschiera del Garda to Como and tickets for this journey start from £12.81 when you book in advance.
If you love exploring small towns and villages and are willing to spend a bit more for that high-end, luxury experience, Lake Como is the best destination for you. However, if you're looking to enjoy a magical holiday with your children and grandchildren, Lake Garda is the right choice for your family.
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The fastest trains from Venice to Peschiera del Garda take around 1 hour and 11 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 126 kilometres. On weekdays, the first train leaving Venice is scheduled to depart at around 05:40. The last departure is usually at around 21:02.
Nearest Airport To Lake GardaVerona airport is most convenient for the resorts on the southeastern shore of Lake Garda like Peschiera del Garda, although the airport at Brescia, which it just beats in terms of distance, is the nearest airport for the southwestern towns, such as Desenzano del Garda.
The best time to visit Lake Garda is the summer, when temperatures rarely fall below 25°C. The weather is ideal for shorts and t-shirts, along with a pair of sunglasses and plenty of sun cream. At peak times of the day, temperatures can reach up to 29°C.
At 87 miles (140 km) away, Peschiera del Garda on Lake Garda is the closest lakefront city to Venice and easily reachable by train. While the lakes farther to the west, such as Lake Como or Lake Maggiore are reachable by train, a rental car is a more practical option.
The best way to get from Venice Airport to Lake Garda is with a private taxi transfer. The distance between Venice Airport and Lake Garda is approximately 167 kilometers, meaning you can reach your destination in Lake Garda in approximately 2hr 29min.