- Must visit
Museo Storico e il Parco del Castello di Miramare
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$13
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 17
3 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
3 h 40 m
Trains on Sep 17
5
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrara to Trieste will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 5 trains from Ferrara to Trieste, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, while a flight costs an average of $712.
Distance: 119 miles (192 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $387 Average price | $712 Average price | $110 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ferrara to Trieste:
A train is $82 (€67) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average $110 (€90).
A train is $358 (€292) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average $387 (€315).
A train is $683 (€556) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ferrara to Trieste costing on average $712 (€579).
Other travel options to Trieste take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 5m.
Ferry takes on average 3h 29m.
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Intercity, Italo.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Trieste trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:34 PM Ferrara | 3h04 | 9:38 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
![]() | 5:43 AM Ferrara | 4h05 | 9:48 AM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 AM Ferrara | 4h05 | 10:48 AM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:43 PM Ferrara | 4h01 | 6:44 PM Trieste | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, ferry, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Ferrara to Trieste run on average 63 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $8 (€6) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 119 miles (192 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 119 miles (192 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:31 AM |
Last train 10:29 PM |
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Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
Museum inside Miramare Castle with preserved imperial rooms and decorative arts. Essential for understanding Habsburg Trieste in a spectacular setting.
Main civic art museum with Italian paintings, sculpture, fashion, and design. A strong overview of Trieste’s artistic and cultural development.
Museum in San Giusto Castle presenting archaeology, weapons, and civic collections. It pairs well with the hilltop setting and city panoramas.
Trieste’s canal district with waterside buildings, churches, and cafés nearby. It is among the city’s most photogenic and walkable central areas.
Seafront promenade stretching along Barcola, popular for sunset walks, swimming spots, and open gulf views. It is a beloved everyday Trieste experience.
Popular urban beach and waterfront district north of the center. Visitors come for sea access, relaxed walks, and classic Adriatic scenery.
A hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, shaped by Trieste's Austro-Hungarian heritage. It is one of the city's most iconic cold-weather dishes.
Boiled pork platter, often with cotechino, tongue and sauerkraut. A classic Trieste meal linked to Central European culinary traditions.
Breaded and fried anchovies, usually served crisp as a popular Adriatic seafood dish in local trattorias and osmize.
Refined seafood restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Adriatic dishes and polished service near central Trieste.
Well-known seafood restaurant serving fresh fish and Adriatic specialties in a warm, established local atmosphere.
Classic Trieste café famous for coffee, pastries and literary history. Ideal for local coffee culture and traditional sweets.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can rise in peak season, but dining and local buses are reasonable versus Venice or Milan.
Service is often included. Rounding up or leaving €1-2 at cafés is enough; 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated, not expected. Taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferrara to Trieste trains use the Ferrara to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Ferrara and Trieste 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.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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