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Museo Schifanoia
Major civic museum in Palazzo Schifanoia, celebrated for the Hall of the Months frescoes and Este court art.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
49 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Airport to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Airport to Ferrara will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Bologna Airport to Ferrara without transferring at least once.
MARCONI EXPRESS MX002+
Regionale Veloce 3960
MARCONI EXPRESS MX144+
Regionale Veloce 3984 · Autobus TTPER B5331
MARCONI EXPRESS MX146+
Regionale TTPER 17962
MARCONI EXPRESS MX238+
Regionale TTPER 17974
MARCONI EXPRESS MX192+
Regionale TTPER 17968
MARCONI EXPRESS MX114+
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
MARCONI EXPRESS MX204+
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
MARCONI EXPRESS MX024+
Regionale Veloce 3966
MARCONI EXPRESS MX054+
Regionale Veloce 3972
MARCONI EXPRESS MX122+
Intercity 588Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Airport to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, and a bus costs an average of $4.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 7m Average total duration Fastest 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna Airport to Ferrara:
A train is $43 (€35) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bologna Airport to Ferrara costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Bus takes on average 49m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (37m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around $22 (€18) compared to roughly $14 (€11) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Airport to Ferrara trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MARCONI EXPRESS MX094+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 12:31 PM Bologna Airport | 0h56 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX098+ Regionale Veloce 3978 | 12:47 PM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 1:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17956+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX102 | 1:03 PM Bologna Airport | 1h17 | 2:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX110+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 1:35 PM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX114+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 1:51 PM Bologna Airport | 0h47 | 2:38 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX116 | 1:59 PM Bologna Airport | 0h59 | 2:58 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 · Autobus TTPER B5307+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX116 | 1:59 PM Bologna Airport | 1h19 | 3:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 588+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX122 | 2:23 PM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3982+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX128 | 2:47 PM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX140 | 3:35 PM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX144 | 3:51 PM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 4:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX158+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5309 | 4:47 PM Bologna Airport | 1h31 | 6:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX158+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 4:47 PM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17964+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX162 | 5:03 PM Bologna Airport | 1h15 | 6:18 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX170+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 5:35 PM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX174+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 5:51 PM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 6:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988 · Autobus TTPER B5317+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX174 | 5:51 PM Bologna Airport | 1h27 | 7:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX176+ Regionale TTPER 17966 | 5:59 PM Bologna Airport | 1h21 | 7:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX184 | 6:31 PM Bologna Airport | 0h56 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3990+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX188 | 6:47 PM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 7:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX200+ Intercity 592 | 7:35 PM Bologna Airport | 0h57 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX204+ FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 7:51 PM Bologna Airport | 0h49 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17972+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX206 | 7:59 PM Bologna Airport | 1h23 | 9:22 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX218+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 8:47 PM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX220+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:55 PM Bologna Airport | 0h55 | 9:50 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX230 | 9:35 PM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 10:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
MARCONI EXPRESS MX002+ Regionale Veloce 3960 | 5:47 AM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 6:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX004+ Regionale TTPER 17942 | 6:02 AM Bologna Airport | 1h18 | 7:20 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX008+ Regionale TTPER 17944 | 6:32 AM Bologna Airport | 1h06 | 7:38 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX010+ Regionale Veloce 3962 | 6:47 AM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 7:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5327+ MARCONI EXPRESS MX010 | 6:47 AM Bologna Airport | 1h35 | 8:22 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX020+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:35 AM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 8:27 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX024+ Regionale Veloce 3966 | 7:51 AM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 8:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX026+ Regionale TTPER 17946 | 7:59 AM Bologna Airport | 1h21 | 9:20 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX034+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 8:31 AM Bologna Airport | 0h56 | 9:27 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX038+ Regionale Veloce 3970 | 8:47 AM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 9:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX046+ Regionale TTPER 17484 | 9:19 AM Bologna Airport | 1h07 | 10:26 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX050+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:35 AM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX054+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 9:51 AM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX056+ Regionale TTPER 17948 | 9:59 AM Bologna Airport | 1h21 | 11:20 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX068+ Regionale Veloce 3994 | 10:47 AM Bologna Airport | 0h54 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX072+ Regionale TTPER 17952 | 11:03 AM Bologna Airport | 1h17 | 12:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX080+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 11:35 AM Bologna Airport | 0h52 | 12:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX084+ Regionale Veloce 3974 | 11:51 AM Bologna Airport | 0h50 | 12:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
MARCONI EXPRESS MX086+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 11:59 AM Bologna Airport | 1h21 | 1:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Bologna Airport to Ferrara run on average 19 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:21, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 26 miles (42 km) distance in 26m.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
Average train duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 10:21 AM |
Last train 7:47 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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Ferrara Railway Station, Ferrara -> Castello Estense, Ferrara
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