- Must visit
Museo Nazionale dell'Ebraismo Italiano e della Shoah (MEIS)
Major museum on Italian Jewish history and the Shoah, with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$37
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
61
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 $37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 61 trains that leave Florence for Ferrara on Thu, May 28, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 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 Thu, May 28 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 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale TTPER 90353
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17974
Regionale 17816 · Regionale Veloce 3994
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988
FRECCIAROSSA 9416
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
FRECCIAROSSA 9434
FRECCIAROSSA 9422
FRECCIAROSSA 8418Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Ferrara 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 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. 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 (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Ferrara:
A train is $0.62 (€0.50) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Ferrara costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 18m.
The journey is about 19m faster (1h 31m by train vs 1h 50m by car) and roughly $27 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $44 (€36)). 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, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Ferrara trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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+ Regionale TTPER 90361 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h50 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale TTPER 90363 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h35 | 6:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h08 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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 · Regionale TTPER 90363 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 6:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h42 | 6:18 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8918 | Delayed 2:47 PM 4:39 PMFlorence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 3:57 PM 3:57 PMFerrara 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+ Regionale TTPER 90365 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
8928 | On time 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 6:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale TTPER 90367 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 8:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 1h57 | 8:33 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 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 17974 | 8:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h43 | 11:21 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 | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 9:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h45 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 90351 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 4h24 | 6:27 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2h53 | 4:56 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Regionale TTPER 90353 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h50 | 8:22 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 17944 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 7:38 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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 17808 · Regionale TTPER 17482 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h31 | 9:40 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 8:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 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 | |
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 · Regionale TTPER 90355 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h11 | 11:32 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
8924 | On time 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 9:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17816 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 3h00 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17816 · Regionale TTPER 17952 · Autobus TTPER B5311 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 4h07 | 12:48 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | On time 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 11:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 1:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8908 | On time 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+ Regionale TTPER 90357 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h35 | 1:55 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 | On time 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+ Regionale TTPER 90359 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h33 | 2:53 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h40 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale TTPER 90361 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 3h37 | 5:10 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 | On time 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Florence to Ferrara run on average 55 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
There are 20 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 7m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
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Discover the best of Ferrara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ferrara trip today.
Major museum on Italian Jewish history and the Shoah, with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
National picture gallery in Palazzo dei Diamanti with important Ferrarese Renaissance paintings.
Museum in the Palazzo Schifanoia, famed for the Salone dei Mesi fresco cycle and Este court culture.
Ferrara's main square beside the cathedral, lively for walking, markets, and everyday city life.
Celebrated Renaissance avenue linking the castle and city walls, often cited among Italy's finest streets.
Extensive Renaissance city walls popular for cycling and walking, with broad green spaces and views.
Fresh pasta filled with sweet pumpkin, usually dressed with butter and sage or ragù. It is one of Ferrara’s signature first courses and a classic of the Este court tradition.
Distinctive twisted bread with a crisp crust and airy center, protected by IGP status. It is the city’s most iconic baked product and is served with meals across Ferrara.
A richly spiced cured pork sausage slowly cooked and served soft, often with mashed potatoes. It is one of Ferrara’s most famous traditional dishes, especially in colder months.
Established trattoria in the historic center, appreciated for classic Ferrarese dishes, handmade pasta, and a warm traditional atmosphere.
Classic family-run spot famous for authentic Ferrara cooking, especially cappellacci and other local staples, in a rustic and convivial setting.
Well-known Ferrara restaurant serving refined local cuisine with strong emphasis on traditional ingredients and polished presentation in an elegant setting.
Prices are moderate by Italian standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels can cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 or rounding up is appreciated. Around 5-10% is generous for excellent service.
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Ferrara Railway Station, Ferrara -> Castello Estense, Ferrara
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.

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