- Must visit
Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Cheapest price on Oct 11
$17
Average ticket price on Oct 11
$34
Fastest journey on Oct 11
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
1 h 9 m
Trains on Oct 11
59
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrara to Florence will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Sun, Oct 11, we found 59 trains from Ferrara to Florence, including 22 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 11 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Sun, Oct 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 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 Veloce 3973 · Regionale TTPER 17935 · Regionale 18519
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale TTPER 17859 · Regionale 18527
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529
8903
8925
8907
8915
8929Trains from Ferrara to Florence run on average 43 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:18. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 43 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Florence trains for today, Saturday, October 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Autobus TTPER B0169 · Regionale 17801 · Regionale 18657 | 4:18 AM Ferrara station | 3h10 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B0171 · Regionale 17803 | 4:18 AM Ferrara station | 3h41 | 7:59 AM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17941+ FRECCIAROSSA 9401 | 5:50 AM Ferrara station | 1h49 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5310 · Regionale TTPER 17481+ FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 5:55 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2h29 | 8:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17943 · Regionale TTPER 17809 · Regionale 18505 | 6:09 AM Ferrara station | 2h43 | 8:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17943+ FRECCIAROSSA 9301 | 6:09 AM Ferrara station | 1h41 | 7:50 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17481+ FRECCIAROSSA 8505 | 6:18 AM Ferrara station | 2h06 | 8:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 7:00 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h39 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5312 · Regionale TTPER 17949+ Intercity 583 | 7:00 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h12 | 10:12 AM Florence Rifredi | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 · Regionale 17813 · Regionale 18507 | 7:05 AM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5326 · Regionale Veloce 3963+ Intercity 1589 | 7:27 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h46 | 11:13 AM Florence Rifredi | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5326+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 · FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 7:27 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2h12 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 7:29 AM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17949+ FRECCIAROSSA 8513 | 7:33 AM Ferrara station | 1h51 | 9:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17949+ Intercity 583 | 7:33 AM Ferrara station | 2h39 | 10:12 AM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 · FRECCIAROSSA 9405 | 8:05 AM Ferrara station | 1h34 | 9:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8903 | 8:11 AM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963+ Intercity 1589 | 8:18 AM Ferrara station | 2h55 | 11:13 AM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963+ FRECCIAROSSA 9519 | 8:18 AM Ferrara station | 1h46 | 10:04 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 · Regionale 17817 · Regionale 18509 | 8:18 AM Ferrara station | 2h34 | 10:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5328+ Intercity 584 | 9:02 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h25 | 12:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5328+ FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 9:02 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h37 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Regionale 17819 · Regionale 18511 | 9:05 AM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 9:29 AM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17537+ FRECCIAROSSA 8503 | 9:33 AM Ferrara station | 1h51 | 11:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8907 | 10:11 AM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 10:29 AM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 10:42 AM Ferrara station | 1h45 | 12:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584+ FRECCIAROSSA 9527 | 10:42 AM Ferrara station | 1h22 | 12:04 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5330+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 11:01 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h38 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 3997 · Regionale 17825 · Regionale 18515 | 11:05 AM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 1:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8902 | 11:10 AM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 11:29 AM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Regionale TTPER 17827 · Regionale 18517 | 12:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 12:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 1:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 · Regionale 17831 · Regionale 18519 | 1:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8929 | 1:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 1:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 · Regionale 17833 · Regionale 18521 | 2:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3975+ FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 2:05 PM Ferrara station | 1h34 | 3:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8913 | 2:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5386 · Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597 | 2:12 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h15 | 5:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5386+ FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:12 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2h27 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977+ Intercity 597 | 3:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h22 | 5:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Regionale 17837 · Regionale 18525 | 3:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8915 | 3:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5314+ Intercity 594 | 3:15 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h10 | 6:25 PM Florence Rifredi | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5314+ FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:15 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2h24 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 3:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | 4:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 · Regionale 17839 · Regionale 18527 | 4:18 PM Ferrara station | 2h34 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 4:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5332 · Regionale Veloce 3981+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 4:40 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h59 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594 | 4:50 PM Ferrara station | 1h35 | 6:25 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 · Regionale 17843 · Regionale 18529 | 5:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3981+ FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 5:05 PM Ferrara station | 1h34 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5388+ FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:45 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h54 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Autobus TTPER B5388 · Regionale Veloce 3983+ Intercity 599 | 5:45 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h37 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Autobus TTPER B5388 · Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale 17851 | 5:45 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 4h25 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Regionale TTPER 17847 · Regionale 18531 | 6:05 PM Ferrara station | 2h47 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
8925 | 6:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 6:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 7:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17973+ FRECCIAROSSA 8529 | 6:45 PM Ferrara station | 1h39 | 8:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
8927 | 7:11 PM Ferrara station | 1h09 | 8:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985+ Intercity 599 | 7:18 PM Ferrara station | 2h04 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 · Regionale 17851 | 7:18 PM Ferrara station | 2h52 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 7:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 8:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5334+ FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:40 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h59 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 8:29 PM Ferrara station | 1h10 | 9:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 · Regionale 17853 · Regionale 18539 | 9:11 PM Ferrara station | 2h39 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 transfers | |
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World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferrara to Florence trains use the Ferrara to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Ferrara and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ferrara is 2 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Ca' d'Frara, Trattoria Il Cucco
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ferrara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ferrara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ferrara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ferrara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Touring, Hotel Carlton, Hotel Annunziata.
Ferrara Via Boschetto station is 1 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara Via Boschetto station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
ATMs are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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