The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Ferrara
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
2 h 42 m
Average duration
2 h 42 m
Trains per day
66
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Ferrara will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 66 trains that leave Rome for Ferrara on Thu, May 28, 28 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 333 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 42 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 42 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 4156+
Intercity 596+
Regionale Veloce 39924:00 PM5h41Rome Termini9:41 PMFerrara station$601One-way2 transfers
Intercity 58810:20 AM4h53Rome Termini3:13 PMFerrara station$621One-way0 transfers
Intercity 5923:30 PM5h02Rome Termini8:32 PMFerrara station$621One-way0 transfers
Intercity 588+
Regionale TTPER 9036110:20 AM6h50Rome Termini5:10 PMFerrara Via Boschetto$641One-way1 transfer
89006:05 AM2h42Rome Tiburtina8:47 AMFerrara station$661One-way0 transfers
891011:05 AM2h42Rome Tiburtina1:47 PMFerrara station$711One-way0 transfers
89006:05 AM2h42Rome Tiburtina8:47 AMFerrara station$661One-way0 transfers
890810:05 AM2h42Rome Tiburtina12:47 PMFerrara station$801One-way0 transfers
89069:05 AM2h42Rome Tiburtina11:47 AMFerrara station$711One-way0 transfers
89284:05 PM2h42Rome Tiburtina6:47 PMFerrara station$661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Ferrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 206 miles (333 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$48 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $221 Average price | $127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration 5h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Rome to Ferrara:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rome to Ferrara costing on average $48 (€39).
A bus is $183 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Ferrara costing on average $221 (€178).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 55m.
Bus takes on average 5h 35m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Rome to Ferrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8918 | Delayed 1:03 PM 2:55 PMRome Termini | 2h55 | 3:57 PM 3:57 PMFerrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 3:00 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h18 | 6:18 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8918 | Delayed 1:13 PM 3:05 PMRome Tiburtina | 2h45 | 3:57 PM 3:57 PMFerrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 3:30 PM Rome Termini | 5h02 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 3:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale TTPER 90365 | 3:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h33 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 3:48 PM Rome Tiburtina | 5h53 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale Veloce 3988 · Regionale TTPER 90365 | 3:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h18 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9646+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 3:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 6:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8928 | On time 3:55 PM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 6:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 4156+ Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 4:00 PM Rome Termini | 5h41 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
8928 | On time 4:05 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 6:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale TTPER 90367 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h33 | 8:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 4:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h30 | 8:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 4:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h43 | 8:33 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
8920 | 4:55 PM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 7:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9652+ Intercity 592 | 5:20 PM Rome Termini | 3h12 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9658 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 5:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h50 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 6:00 PM Rome Tiburtina | 3h22 | 9:22 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 6:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h15 | 9:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9662+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 6:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 7:36 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 10:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 7:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h31 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 8:10 PM Rome Termini | 3h40 | 11:50 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 90351 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 7h52 | 6:27 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 10:35 PM Rome Termini | 6h21 | 4:56 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 5:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 8:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 5:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 8:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 6:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 8:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 9:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9608+ Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 9:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8924 | On time 6:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 9:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8924 | On time 7:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 9:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Regionale TTPER 90355 | 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 3h57 | 11:32 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9612+ Regionale Veloce 3972 · Regionale TTPER 90355 | 7:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h42 | 11:32 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9618+ Regionale Veloce 3994 | 8:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8906 | On time 8:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 11:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8906 | On time 9:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 11:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9622+ Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 12:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8908 | On time 9:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 12:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 10:00 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h20 | 1:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8908 | On time 10:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 12:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 4h53 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588+ Regionale TTPER 90361 | 10:20 AM Rome Termini | 6h50 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:35 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Regionale TTPER 90357 | 10:35 AM Rome Termini | 3h20 | 1:55 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 1:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9626+ Regionale Veloce 3978 · Regionale TTPER 90357 | 10:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h05 | 1:55 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
8910 | On time 10:55 AM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 1:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale TTPER 17958 | 11:00 AM Rome Tiburtina | 3h20 | 2:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8910 | On time 11:05 AM Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 1:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630 · FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ Regionale TTPER 90359 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 3h03 | 2:53 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9630 · FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 11:50 AM Rome Termini | 2h48 | 2:38 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9632+ Intercity 588 | 12:20 PM Rome Termini | 2h53 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 4h58 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale TTPER 90363 | 12:43 PM Rome Tiburtina | 5h25 | 6:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9634+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 12:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8916 | On time 12:55 PM Rome Termini | 2h55 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8916 | On time 1:03 PM Rome Tiburtina | 2h47 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 1:35 PM Rome Termini | 2h52 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale TTPER 90361 | 1:35 PM Rome Termini | 3h35 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale TTPER 90361 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h20 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3984 | 1:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 4:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale TTPER 90363 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 3h18 | 6:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 2:50 PM Rome Termini | 2h51 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rome to Ferrara
Trains from Rome to Ferrara run on average 62 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by bus.
There are 28 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (333 km) distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 206 miles (333 km) |
Average train duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 62 |
Direct trains 28 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale from Rome to Ferrara trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity, Regionale trains will get you between Rome and Ferrara from $18 (€15). 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 Rome to Ferrara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rome to Ferrara
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Viale Cavour.
- Ristorante Ca' d'Frara
- Trattoria Il Cucco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Carlton
- Hotel Annunziata
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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