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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
$82
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
695 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brindisi to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brindisi to Ferrara will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 14 trains that leave Brindisi for Ferrara on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 695 km distance in an average of 7 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 8 h 8 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 752+
Regionale Veloce 3998
InterCityNotte 754+
Regionale Veloce 3960
Intercity 608+
Regionale Veloce 3982
Intercity 612+
Regionale TTPER 17968
Intercity 610+
Regionale Veloce 3986
FRECCIAROSSA 8816
FRECCIAROSSA 8828
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+
Intercity 592
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brindisi to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 431 miles (695 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$88 Average price | $98 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $230 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Brindisi to Ferrara:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brindisi to Ferrara costing on average $88 (€72).
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brindisi to Ferrara costing on average $98 (€81).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 29m.
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
The journey is about 52m faster (8h 29m by train vs 9h 21m by car) and roughly $143 (€117) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($88 (€72) vs $230 (€189)). 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 Brindisi to Ferrara trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 23572+ Intercity 606+ Regionale Veloce 3978 | 4:00 AM Brindisi station | 9h41 | 1:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8814 · FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 6:17 AM Brindisi station | 8h10 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 608+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 6:47 AM Brindisi station | 8h54 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 7:23 AM Brindisi station | 7h15 | 2:38 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8818 · FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 8:27 AM Brindisi station | 8h00 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 610+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 8:42 AM Brindisi station | 8h59 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 612+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 9:21 AM Brindisi station | 10h59 | 8:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8824 · FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 10:19 AM Brindisi station | 8h08 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 614+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 12:14 PM Brindisi station | 9h27 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9808+ Intercity 592 | 12:29 PM Brindisi station | 8h03 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 1:18 PM Brindisi station | 7h22 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4416+ FRECCIAROSSA 8830+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 2:45 PM Brindisi station | 8h36 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
InterCityNotte 752+ Regionale Veloce 3998 | 8:19 PM Brindisi station | 9h32 | 5:51 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 754+ Regionale Veloce 3960 | 8:53 PM Brindisi station | 9h48 | 6:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Brindisi to Ferrara run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 431 miles (695 km) distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 431 miles (695 km) |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 15m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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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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