- Must visit
Palazzo dei Diamanti Exhibition Galleries
Flagship exhibition palace hosting major temporary art shows in a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture.
Cheapest price on Oct 11
$17
Average ticket price on Oct 11
$35
Fastest journey on Oct 11
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on Oct 11
1 h 7 m
Trains on Oct 11
57
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Ferrara will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
On Sun, Oct 11, we found 57 trains from Florence to Ferrara, including 23 direct services.
On Sun, Oct 11 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Sun, Oct 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5301
Regionale 18520 · Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce 3986
Regionale 18526 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990
Regionale 18510 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974
Regionale 18532 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17940
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
FRECCIAROSSA 9416
FRECCIAROSSA 9414
FRECCIAROSSA 9404
FRECCIAROSSA 8418Trains from Florence to Ferrara run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Ferrara 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 17944 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 7:38 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5327 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 8:23 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h38 | 8:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17810 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 9:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 8:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 8:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 8:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 9:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 · Autobus TTPER B5385 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h15 | 11:36 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
8924 | 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 9:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17816 · Regionale Veloce 3994 · Autobus TTPER B5311 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 4h07 | 12:48 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18508 · Regionale 17818 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 9:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Autobus TTPER B5385 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 11:36 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 88600 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 10:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 12:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce 3994 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TTPER 17952 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8906 | 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 11:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:40 AM Florence Rifredi | 3h01 | 1:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 12:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Autobus TTPER B5311 | 11:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h28 | 12:48 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 1:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8908 | 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 12:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Autobus TTPER B5329 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h39 | 1:59 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale TTPER 17958 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 2:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8910 | 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 1:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 1:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Autobus TTPER B5387 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h38 | 2:58 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h40 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 3h35 | 5:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 588 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h18 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 4:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8916 | 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 5:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h08 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5389 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h40 | 6:13 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 6:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5389 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h53 | 6:13 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
8918 | 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 5:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 7:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Autobus TTPER B5333 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h53 | 7:13 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
8928 | 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 6:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Autobus TTPER B5315 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h18 | 8:38 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 8:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 8:38 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h04 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
8920 | 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 7:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 6:45 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h47 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ Intercity 592 | 6:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h37 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h20 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 9:22 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 7:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h00 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h31 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17940 | 8:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h12 | 11:50 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:41 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h09 | 9:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2h53 | 4:56 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flagship exhibition palace hosting major temporary art shows in a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture.
National museum inside the Este pleasure palace, with frescoes and collections that illuminate court life and archaeology.
Important museum on Italian Jewish history and identity, with thoughtful exhibitions in a restored prison complex.
Ferrara’s main square, framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, ideal for orientation, people-watching, and events.
Celebrated medieval street of arches and brick vaults, one of the city’s most atmospheric walking routes.
Broad Renaissance avenue of palaces and gardens, central to Ferrara’s UNESCO-listed urban planning legacy.
Cappellacci filled with pumpkin, often served with ragù or butter and sage. A Ferrara classic with protected status and a hallmark of Este court cuisine.
Rich baked pie of macaroni, ragù, béchamel, mushrooms, and truffle enclosed in sweet pastry. It is one of Ferrara's most iconic festive dishes.
Ring-shaped bread twisted into loops, crisp outside and soft inside. This protected Ferrara bread is distinctive for its shape and everyday local use.
Well-regarded traditional spot serving regional pasta, salumi, and local specialties. Cozy, rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Historic restaurant known for classic Ferrarese cuisine such as cappellacci and pasticcio. Elegant but traditional atmosphere in the city center.
Refined dining in a luxury hotel setting with seasonal Italian cuisine and polished service. Suitable for a higher-end meal in Ferrara.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Rome or Venice, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Ferrara 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 Ferrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Florence to Ferrara trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Ferrara station pair, with some services arriving at Ferrara Via Boschetto station. Use this guide to compare Florence and Ferrara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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