Public boats on Lake Garda are run by Navigazione Laghi, known locally as Navigarda. Ferries, boats and fast services link the Lombard, Veneto and Trentino shores, from Desenzano and Peschiera to Riva del Garda. This guide was updated in October 2026 with the timetables and fares published by the operator, and it covers the autumn, winter and spring seasons.
Timetables can change. Before you travel, check them at the ticket office or on the free number 800 551801.
When the boats run in 2026-27
| Period | Desenzano–Peschiera–Riva boats | Maderno–Torri car ferry |
|---|---|---|
| May 16 – October 4, 2026 | Summer timetable | Summer timetable |
| October 5 – November 1, 2026 | Autumn timetable; some daily runs only until October 11 | Winter timetable, all runs |
| November 2, 2026 – March 12, 2027 | Suspended | Reduced winter timetable; no service on December 25 |
| March 13 – 25, 2027 | Back in service with the autumn timetable | Winter timetable, all runs |
From November 2 to March 12 the Maderno–Torri ferry is the only scheduled link across the lake. The timetable for spring and summer 2027 has not been published yet.
Autumn timetable: October 5 – November 1, 2026
The line serves the southern lake (Desenzano, Peschiera, Sirmione, Lazise, Bardolino, Garda), the Brescia riviera (Portese, Salò, Gardone, Maderno, Gargnano) and the northern lake (Brenzone, Malcesine, Limone, Torbole, Riva). Part of the daily runs ends on October 11, and a few fast services remain, with a supplement. The full run-by-run timetable is in the official Navigazione Laghi PDF, which is also valid from March 13 to 25, 2027.
Maderno–Torri car ferry
The ferry connects Toscolano Maderno, on the Brescia shore, with Torri del Benaco, on the Veneto shore. The crossing takes about 30 minutes and carries passengers, cars, motorbikes, camper vans and bicycles. It is the only Navigarda service that runs all year.
| Runs | Leaving Maderno | Leaving Torri |
|---|---|---|
| Every day, October 5, 2026 – March 25, 2027 | 8:10, 9:25, 10:50, 12:10, 15:05, 16:40, 18:00 | 8:45, 10:10, 11:30, 12:50, 15:05, 16:40, 18:00 |
| Extra runs every day until November 1, 2026 and from March 13, 2027 | 8:45, 10:10, 11:30, 12:50, 14:20, 15:50, 17:20 | 9:25, 10:50, 12:10, 14:20, 15:50, 17:20, 18:40 |
The ferry does not run on December 25, 2026. Since September 3, 2026, and until further notice, runs numbered 231 to 246 carry only cars, motorbikes and bicycles. Coaches, trucks and articulated lorries can travel on runs 201 to 218.
Ferry fares
One-way fares in force since April 1, 2026. A return costs double. For vehicles, the price includes the driver.
| Vehicle or passenger | One way |
|---|---|
| Bicycle or e-bike | €9.20 |
| Motorbike up to 250 cc | €9.80 |
| Motorbike over 250 cc | €12.30 |
| Car up to 3.50 m | €12.30 |
| Car up to 4.50 m | €14.90 |
| Car over 4.50 m | €18.40 |
| Camper or caravan | €25.00 |
| Adult passenger (with or without a vehicle) | €7.50 |
| Children 4-11 and people with disabilities | €3.80 |
| Groups of 15 or more, per person | €6.00 |
| Coach up to 32 seats (driver free) | €23.50 |
| Coach over 32 seats (driver free) | €30.00 |
Buying the ticket on board costs €1 more per person or vehicle when the ticket office at the landing is open. All ferry runs are marked as suitable for wheelchair users.
Boat fares
Boat fares are calculated by zone: cross the departure and arrival landings on the operator’s table to get a number from 1 to 7 (for example, Sirmione to Riva is zone 6). A return costs double a single ticket.
| Zone | Full fare | Over 65, residents, groups | Children 4-11, disabled | Fast-service supplement | Bicycle |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | €1.50 | €1.50 | €1.50 | – | €1.50 |
| 1 | €3.50 | €3.50 | €3.50 | €2.50 | €3.50 |
| 2 | €6.00 | €4.80 | €3.50 | €3.00 | €3.90 |
| 3 | €7.50 | €6.00 | €3.80 | €4.00 | €4.40 |
| 4 | €11.50 | €9.20 | €5.80 | €4.50 | €4.80 |
| 5 | €14.00 | €11.20 | €7.00 | €5.00 | €5.50 |
| 6 | €16.00 | €12.80 | €8.00 | €5.50 | €6.20 |
| 7 | €17.50 | €14.00 | €8.80 | €6.00 | €6.90 |
On fast services you pay the ordinary fare plus the supplement, with no reductions.
Day passes
| Area | Days | Adult | Reduced | Child | Happy Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whole lake | 1 | €39.50 | €31.60 | €20.00 | €79.00 |
| Whole lake | 3 | €79.00 | €63.20 | €40.00 | – |
| Upper lake (from Maderno–Torri northward) | 1 | €27.00 | €21.60 | €13.50 | €54.00 |
| Upper lake | 3 | €54.00 | €43.20 | €27.00 | – |
| Lower lake (from Gargnano–Torri southward) | 1 | €27.00 | €21.60 | €13.50 | €54.00 |
| Lower lake | 3 | €54.00 | €43.20 | €27.00 | – |
| North (from Campione–Assenza northward) | 1 | €23.50 | €18.80 | €12.00 | €47.00 |
With Happy Family, two full-price day passes let up to two children aged 4 to 11 travel free. The offer cannot be combined with other reductions.
Bikes, dogs and luggage
Bicycles and e-bikes pay by zone and are not allowed on fast services; on some runs boarding is limited and the captain can reduce the number of bikes. Folding bikes and closed scooters under 1.10 m travel free. Dogs up to 50 cm at the withers travel free, larger dogs pay a reduced fare, and guide dogs are free. One piece of luggage up to 60 cm and 20 kg is free; larger luggage costs €4.80 (up to 80 cm or 60 kg) and surfboards and special luggage €9.60. Pushchairs are free.
Limone–Malcesine
The Limone–Malcesine car ferry, opened in 2002, is no longer part of the Navigarda services. Between Limone sul Garda and Malcesine you cross by regular boat, on foot or with a bicycle. For travellers by car, the only ferry left is Maderno–Torri del Benaco.
