The cheapest and fastest trains from Ferrara station to Bologna
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
54
Distance
44 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara station to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrara station to Bologna will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 54 trains that leave Ferrara station for Bologna on Thu, Jan 01, 54 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 01 the direct trains cover the 44 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
On Thu, Jan 01 the slowest trains will take 28 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.
Regionale TTPER 17949
Regionale TTPER 17979
Regionale TTPER 17957
Regionale TTPER 17945
Regionale TTPER 17951
8919
8925
8903
8929
8915Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ferrara station to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara station to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 27 miles (44 km)
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Live departures
Ferrara station to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara station to Bologna trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:12 PM Ferrara station | 0h36 | 8:48 PM Bologna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 1 | |||||
Regionale TTPER 17943 | 5:09 AM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 5:49 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17945 | 5:50 AM Ferrara station | 0h38 | 6:28 AM Bologna Corticella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17945 | 5:50 AM Ferrara station | 0h51 | 6:41 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:29 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 6:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17949 | 6:33 AM Ferrara station | 0h37 | 7:10 AM Bologna Corticella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17949 | 6:33 AM Ferrara station | 0h50 | 7:23 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:05 AM Ferrara station | 0h37 | 7:42 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | 7:11 AM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 7:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 | 7:18 AM Ferrara station | 0h37 | 7:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 | 8:05 AM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 8:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9409 | 8:29 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 8:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17951 | 8:33 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 9:03 AM Bologna Corticella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17951 | 8:33 AM Ferrara station | 0h42 | 9:15 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | 9:11 AM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 9:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 | 9:18 AM Ferrara station | 0h32 | 9:50 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9411 | 9:29 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 9:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 9:42 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 10:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3997 | 10:05 AM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 10:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8902 | 10:10 AM Ferrara station | 0h29 | 10:39 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413 | 10:29 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 10:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 | 11:05 AM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 11:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9415 | 11:29 AM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 11:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17957 | 11:45 AM Ferrara station | 0h52 | 12:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17957 | 11:45 AM Ferrara station | 0h38 | 12:23 PM Bologna Corticella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 | 12:05 PM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 12:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | 12:11 PM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 12:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8419 | 12:29 PM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 12:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 | 1:05 PM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 1:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | 1:11 PM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 1:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17963 | 1:45 PM Ferrara station | 0h52 | 2:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17963 | 1:45 PM Ferrara station | 0h38 | 2:23 PM Bologna Corticella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 | 2:05 PM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 2:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8915 | 2:11 PM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 2:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:29 PM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 2:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 3:02 PM Ferrara station | 0h35 | 3:37 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | 3:11 PM Ferrara station | 0h28 | 3:39 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 | 3:18 PM Ferrara station | 0h34 | 3:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427 | 3:29 PM Ferrara station | 0h30 | 3:59 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0h31 | 4:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 | 4:05 PM Ferrara station | 0h40 | 4:45 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ferrara station to Bologna
Trains from Ferrara station to Bologna run on average 43 times per day, taking around 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $3 (€2) by bus.
There are 42 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 27 miles (44 km) distance in 22m.
Distance 27 miles (44 km) |
Average train duration 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 04:18 |
Last train 21:23 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Ferrara station to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity Notte, Italo, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Ferrara station and Bologna from $3 (€2). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ferrara station to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara station to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ferrara station to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Viale Cavour.
- Ristorante Ca' d'Frara
- Trattoria Il Cucco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Carlton
- Hotel Annunziata
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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