The cheapest and fastest trains from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
2 h 39 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ferrara for Florence Santa Maria Novella on Wed, Jul 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.
1:05 PM2h47Ferrara3:52 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$171One-way0 transfers
8:11 PM2h39Ferrara10:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$171One-way0 transfers
3:05 PM2h47Ferrara5:52 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$191One-way0 transfers
8:11 PM2h39Ferrara10:50 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$171One-way0 transfers
1:05 PM2h47Ferrara3:52 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$171One-way0 transfers
3:05 PM2h47Ferrara5:52 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella$191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella:
A train is $4 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella costing on average $20 (€17).
Other travel options to Florence Santa Maria Novella take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 45m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 39m by train vs 1h 58m by car) and roughly $28 (€23) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $45 (€37)). 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 Italo, Frecciarossa.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella train times
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:05 PM Ferrara | 2h50 | 2:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:05 PM Ferrara | 2h47 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Ferrara | 2h47 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:11 PM Ferrara | 2h39 | 9:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:11 PM Ferrara | 2h39 | 10:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Trains from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella run on average 56 times per day, taking around 1h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 8:11 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Italo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella trainsItalo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Ferrara and Florence Santa Maria Novella from $10 (€8). 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 to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella 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 Santa Maria Novella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella
Most Ferrara to Florence Santa Maria Novella trains use the Ferrara to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair. Use this guide to compare Ferrara and Florence Santa Maria Novella train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Ferrara from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara is 2 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Ca' d'Frara, Trattoria Il Cucco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ferrara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ferrara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ferrara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferrara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Touring, Hotel Carlton, Hotel Annunziata.
Getting to Ferrara Via Boschetto station from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara Via Boschetto station is 1 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara Via Boschetto station train station facilities and services
Ferrara Via Boschetto station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Getting to Ferrara, Cona Ospedale from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale is 6 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale train station facilities and services
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara, Cona Ospedale.
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
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.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
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