- Must visit
Museo Schifanoia
Major civic museum in Palazzo Schifanoia, celebrated for the Hall of the Months frescoes and Este court art.
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
6 h 8 m
Average duration
6 h 35 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
592 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bari to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bari to Ferrara will cost around $75 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 28 trains that leave Bari for Ferrara on Tue, Jun 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 592 km distance in an average of 6 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 8 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 3960
InterCityNotte 752+
Regionale Veloce 3998
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 3960 · Autobus TTPER B5327
InterCityNotte 752+
Regionale Veloce 3998 · Autobus TTPER B5325
Intercity 614+
Regionale Veloce 3992
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+
Regionale TTPER 17974
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+
Regionale TTPER 17624Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bari to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 367 miles (592 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$71 Average price | $46 Average price Cheapest | $110 Average price | $210 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bari to Ferrara:
A bus is $25 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bari to Ferrara costing on average $71 (€58).
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bari to Ferrara costing on average $110 (€89).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 18m.
Bus takes on average 10h 7m.
The journey is about 56m faster (7h 18m by train vs 8h 14m by car) and roughly $138 (€112) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($71 (€58) vs $210 (€170)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bari to Ferrara trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 7h07 | 12:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8810 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Autobus TTPER B5311 | 5:20 AM Bari Centrale | 7h28 | 12:48 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3978 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 7h46 | 1:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3978 · Autobus TTPER B5329 | 5:55 AM Bari Centrale | 7h59 | 1:54 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806+ Regionale Veloce 3978 · Autobus TTPER B5329 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 7h19 | 1:54 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9806 · FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 6:35 AM Bari Centrale | 6h52 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 7:30 AM Bari Centrale | 6h57 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 · Autobus TTPER B5331 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 9h04 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 8:06 AM Bari Centrale | 7h35 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 8:30 AM Bari Centrale | 8h40 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 8:30 AM Bari Centrale | 6h08 | 2:38 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818+ Regionale Veloce 3984 · Autobus TTPER B5331 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 7h42 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 9:28 AM Bari Centrale | 6h59 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5333 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 9h13 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 9:55 AM Bari Centrale | 7h46 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8820+ Regionale TTPER 17624 | 10:30 AM Bari Centrale | 6h54 | 5:24 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824+ Regionale Veloce 3988 · Autobus TTPER B5333 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 7h40 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 11:28 AM Bari Centrale | 6h59 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 8h25 | 8:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 11:55 AM Bari Centrale | 8h38 | 8:33 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Intercity 592 | 1:30 PM Bari Centrale | 7h02 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 1:55 PM Bari Centrale | 7h46 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 2:30 PM Bari Centrale | 6h10 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 4:30 PM Bari Centrale | 6h51 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale Veloce 3998 | 9:45 PM Bari Centrale | 8h06 | 5:51 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale Veloce 3998 · Autobus TTPER B5325 | 9:45 PM Bari Centrale | 8h41 | 6:26 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3960 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 8h31 | 6:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3960 · Autobus TTPER B5327 | 10:10 PM Bari Centrale | 10h12 | 8:22 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bari to Ferrara run on average 25 times per day, taking around 7h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 367 miles (592 km) distance in 6h 36m.
Distance 367 miles (592 km) |
Average train duration 7h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Discover the best of Ferrara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ferrara trip today.
Major civic museum in Palazzo Schifanoia, celebrated for the Hall of the Months frescoes and Este court art.
Contemporary museum exploring the history of Jewish life in Italy through permanent and temporary exhibitions in a significant civic site.
Iconic Renaissance palace that hosts major temporary art exhibitions and is one of Ferrara’s most photographed cultural sites.
Ferrara’s main square, lively and central, framed by major monuments and a natural starting point for exploring the old city.
Medieval street with arches, brick passages, and a cinematic atmosphere, especially popular for photos and evening walks.
Grand Renaissance avenue of the Addizione Erculea, lined with palaces and often cited among Italy’s finest urban streets.
Large stuffed pasta filled with pumpkin, usually dressed with butter and sage or meat ragù. A hallmark of Ferrarese cooking with a sweet-savory balance.
A richly spiced cured pork sausage, slowly cooked and served with mashed potatoes. It is one of Ferrara's most iconic and historic specialties.
A festive baked pasta pie enclosed in sweet shortcrust pastry, often filled with macaroni, ragù, béchamel, and truffle or mushrooms. Distinctively Ferrarese.
Classic family-run spot famous for authentic Ferrarese cuisine, including cappellacci and salama da sugo, in a rustic and long-established setting.
Well-known Ferrara restaurant and deli-style venue serving traditional local dishes with quality regional ingredients in a refined but welcoming setting.
Established trattoria appreciated for classic Ferrarese and Emilian cooking, with a warm, traditional atmosphere and handmade pasta specialties.
Generally moderate by Italian standards: meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels can cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is modest: round up, leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, or 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Not expected for every purchase.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bari to Ferrara by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ferrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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