Lake Garda Ferries
Interactive map of 18 ports, route planner with prices, fares and useful info about the Navigarda service. Everything you need to cross the lake by boat, hydrofoil or car ferry.
Interactive port map
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All Lake Garda routes
Complete list of 28 routes with times, distances and indicative prices. Search or filter to find the one you need.
| Route | Line | Vessel | Time | Km | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desenzano del Garda → Sirmione | Lower | Battello | 20 min | 6 km | € 3,50 |
| Desenzano del Garda → Peschiera del Garda | Lower | Aliscafo | 30 min | 14 km | € 11,50 + 4,50 |
| Sirmione → Peschiera del Garda | Lower | Battello | 25 min | 9 km | € 6,00 |
| Sirmione → Bardolino | Lower | Battello | 40 min | 14 km | € 11,50 |
| Sirmione → Garda | Lower | Battello | 50 min | 16 km | € 11,50 |
| Bardolino → Garda | Lower | Battello | 15 min | 4 km | € 3,50 |
| Lazise → Bardolino | Lower | Battello | 15 min | 5 km | € 3,50 |
| Peschiera del Garda → Lazise | Lower | Battello | 20 min | 7 km | € 6,00 |
| Garda → Salò | Lower | Battello | 1h 20min | 16 km | € 11,50 |
| Salò → Gardone Riviera | Lower | Battello | 15 min | 4 km | € 3,50 |
| Gardone Riviera → Toscolano-Maderno | Lower | Battello | 20 min | 5 km | € 3,50 |
| Toscolano-Maderno → Torri del Benaco | Car | Traghetto auto | 30 min | 4 km | € 7,50 + veicolo |
| Torri del Benaco → Toscolano-Maderno | Car | Traghetto auto | 30 min | 4 km | € 7,50 + veicolo |
| Gargnano → Malcesine | Upper | Battello | 40 min | 13 km | € 11,50 |
| Gargnano → Limone sul Garda | Upper | Battello | 25 min | 11 km | € 7,50 |
| Malcesine → Limone sul Garda | Shuttle | Battello | 20 min | 5 km | € 7,50 |
| Limone sul Garda → Malcesine | Shuttle | Battello | 20 min | 5 km | € 7,50 |
| Malcesine → Riva del Garda | Upper | Battello | 45 min | 13 km | € 11,50 |
| Limone sul Garda → Riva del Garda | Upper | Battello | 30 min | 9 km | € 6,00 |
| Riva del Garda → Nago-Torbole | Upper | Battello | 15 min | 3 km | € 3,50 |
| Castelletto di Brenzone → Malcesine | Upper | Battello | 15 min | 4 km | € 6,00 |
| Brenzone sul Garda → Malcesine | Upper | Battello | 10 min | 3 km | € 3,50 |
| Brenzone sul Garda → Castelletto di Brenzone | Upper | Battello | 10 min | 2 km | € 3,50 |
| Desenzano del Garda → Riva del Garda | Lower | Battello | 4h 00min | 52 km | € 17,50 |
| Desenzano del Garda → Riva del Garda | Lower | Aliscafo | 2h 15min | 52 km | € 17,50 + 6,00 |
| Desenzano del Garda → Malcesine | Lower | Battello | 3h 00min | 40 km | € 16,00 |
| Salò → Malcesine | Lower | Battello | 2h 30min | 30 km | € 14,00 |
| Salò → Riva del Garda | Lower | Battello | 3h 30min | 40 km | € 14,00 |
The four Garda lines
The Navigarda service covers the entire lake with four types of connection.
Lower Lake
Autumn 5 Oct – 1 Nov · suspended 2 Nov – 12 Mar
Connections between Desenzano, Sirmione, Peschiera, Bardolino, Garda, Lazise and west-shore ports up to Salò and Gardone Riviera. Reduced autumn timetable until 1 November 2026; suspended from 2 November to 12 March 2027.
Upper Lake
Autumn 5 Oct – 1 Nov · suspended 2 Nov – 12 Mar
Connections between Riva del Garda, Torbole, Malcesine, Limone, Brenzone, Castelletto and Gargnano. Reduced autumn timetable from 5 October to 1 November 2026; suspended from 2 November to 12 March 2027.
Shuttle Limone ↔ Malcesine
Reduced until 1 Nov · suspended in winter
Cross-lake link between the two shores of the upper lake. Reduced service until 1 November 2026; suspended from 2 November to 12 March 2027. Fare zone 3.
Car Ferry Maderno ↔ Torri
Year-round
The only ferry on Lake Garda carrying vehicles. In the summer timetable 17 crossings per direction, 8.00 am to 7.50 pm, every 35-40 minutes; runs year-round. Saves the full drive around the lake.
Zone-based fares
Navigarda uses fare zones set harbour by harbour. 2026 prices per adult, one way on boat or motor vessel, from the official fare list in force since 1 April 2026; hydrofoil and catamaran carry a €2.50-6 supplement depending on the zone. Return: double the price.
| Zone | Route type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| U | Tratta urbana (es. Limone ↔ Limone Tremosine) | € 1,50 |
| 1 | Very short route (e.g. Sirmione ↔ Desenzano) | € 3,50 |
| 2 | Short route (e.g. Desenzano ↔ Peschiera) | € 6,00 |
| 3 | Medium route (e.g. Garda ↔ Sirmione) | € 7,50 |
| 4 | Medium-long route (e.g. Salò ↔ Bardolino) | € 11,50 |
| 5 | Long route (e.g. Limone ↔ Desenzano) | € 14,00 |
| 6 | Scenic route (e.g. Riva ↔ Salò) | € 16,00 |
| 7 | Full lake (Desenzano ↔ Riva) | € 17,50 |
ⓘ Fares from the official Navigazione Laghi fare list in force since 1 April 2026, checked on 17 September 2026. Reductions exist for over-65s, residents and groups, a children's fare for ages 4-11 and zone day tickets. Before leaving, check navigazionelaghi.it.
Useful info before departure
Seasonal timetables
From 5 October to 1 November 2026 the autumn timetable applies, with reduced sailings between Desenzano, Peschiera and Riva. From 2 November 2026 to 12 March 2027 only the Maderno–Torri car ferry runs; passenger boats restart on 13 March 2027.
Tickets
Available at the harbour (ticket office or machine) or online on the Navigarda website. On board you pay €1 extra per passenger, item of luggage or vehicle, unless the ticket office ashore is closed.
Bikes & dogs
Bikes on boats with a ticket from €3.50 to €6.90 depending on the zone, never on hydrofoils or catamarans. Dogs under 50 cm travel free, larger dogs at the reduced fare, always on a lead.
Saving tip
The "whole network" day ticket (€39.50) pays off from 3 trips a day; zone day tickets cost €23.50-27. The Maderno-Torri car ferry saves the full drive around the lake.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about Lake Garda ferries.
Can I take my car on the ferry?
Yes, but only on the Toscolano-Maderno ↔ Torri del Benaco route: it is the only ferry on Lake Garda carrying vehicles, year-round, with 17 crossings per direction in the summer timetable (8.00 am-7.50 pm). 2026 one-way fares, driver included: cars up to 3.5 m €12.30, up to 4.5 m €14.90, longer €18.40; motorbikes €9.80-12.30; campervans €25; each extra passenger €7.50, children 4-11 €3.80.
How much does it cost to take a bicycle?
On boats and motor vessels yes, with a bicycle ticket from €3.50 (zone 1) to €6.90 (zone 7); e-bikes and scooters pay the same. Folding bikes closed and under 1.10 m travel free. Bicycles are not allowed on hydrofoils or catamarans. Boarding is at the captain's discretion on busy days, so on summer weekends ask at the ticket office or call the freephone 800 551 801.
Can dogs come on board?
Yes. Dogs under 50 cm travel free; medium and large dogs pay the reduced fare for the route. They must be kept on a lead (max 1.5 m), may not occupy seats, and the captain may require a muzzle. Guide dogs and working dogs travel free.
Is there an all-inclusive day ticket?
Yes. The "whole network" day ticket costs €39.50 (reduced €31.60, children €20) and is valid on all boats for one day; a 3-day version costs €79. Cheaper zone day tickets exist: Upper Lake or Lower Lake €27, North, Centre, West and East areas €23.50. With two full-price day tickets, up to two children aged 4-11 travel free (Happy Family). Worth it from 3 trips in the same day.
Do ferries run in winter?
From 2 November 2026 to 12 March 2027 only the Maderno–Torri car ferry runs, on its winter timetable. Scheduled boats on the Lower and Upper Lake return from 13 March 2027. From 3 September 2026, until further notice, the ferry does not carry buses or trucks.
Do I need to book in advance?
For regular boats, no — just buy a ticket at the dock or online on the day. For large groups (15+ people) and for the car ferry in high season, booking via the Navigarda website is recommended.
What's the most scenic route?
The Desenzano ↔ Riva del Garda route (4 hours by boat, 2h15 by hydrofoil) crosses the entire lake offering spectacular views of Sirmione, the Limone cliffs, Monte Baldo and the Brenta Dolomites. Unmissable on clear days.
Do children pay full fare?
Children up to 3 travel free. From 4 to 11 they pay the children's fare, from €3.50 (zones 1-2) to €8.80 (zone 7); from 12 the full fare applies. On the day ticket children pay €20 instead of €39.50, and with Happy Family two children travel free alongside two full-price day tickets.
Navigarda Contacts
For information, bookings and assistance, contact the Lake Garda Operations Centre directly.
Ready to set sail?
For real-time timetables and official tickets, visit the Navigarda website — the only authorised operator for public transport on Lake Garda.
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