Verona Airport Transfer Guide: VRN to Sirmione, Lake Garda & City Center

Verona Villafranca Airport (VRN) is the gateway to both the romantic city of Verona and the stunning Lake Garda region. Many travelers fly into Verona specifically to reach lakeside towns like Sirmione, Desenzano, Bardolino, and Riva del Garda. Here is your complete transfer guide for 2026.

VRN to Verona City Center

• Distance: 12km, 15-20 minutes
• Private transfer: From €30-40
• Airport bus (Aerobus): €6, runs every 20 min to Verona Porta Nuova station
• Taxi: €25-35 metered

VRN to Sirmione (Lake Garda)

Sirmione is the most requested transfer destination from Verona Airport, famous for its thermal baths and medieval castle.

• Distance: 35km, 30-40 minutes
• Private transfer: From €55-70
• No direct bus: You must take the Aerobus to Verona Porta Nuova, then a train or bus to Desenzano, then a local bus to Sirmione — total 2+ hours
• Best option: Private transfer, especially with luggage

VRN to Other Lake Garda Towns

• Desenzano del Garda: 30km, 25-35 min, from €50
• Peschiera del Garda: 25km, 20-30 min, from €45
• Bardolino: 30km, 30-40 min, from €55
• Malcesine: 55km, 50-60 min, from €80
• Riva del Garda: 75km, 70-80 min, from €100
• Gardaland Theme Park: 22km, 20 min, from €40

Why Pre-Book for Lake Garda?

Unlike Verona city center which has good public transport links, Lake Garda towns are poorly connected by public transport from the airport. There is no direct bus or train to most lakeside resorts. A pre-booked transfer saves you multiple connections, waiting times, and struggling with luggage on local buses.

Tips

• Book a return transfer too — getting back to VRN from Sirmione by public transport is even harder
• If your group is 4+ people, a minivan transfer to Lake Garda is often cheaper per person than trains
• Lake Garda is also accessible from Milan Bergamo (BGY) and Brescia — check which airport is closer to your resort
• Summer traffic on the lake roads can add 20-30 minutes to journey times