- Must visit
Palazzo dei Diamanti
Ferrara’s best-known exhibition venue, famed for its diamond-point marble facade and major temporary art shows.
We are not able to find a train between these two places.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 20m. 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 ferry costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $9.
Distance: 54 miles (88 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
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$12 Average price | $13 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Venice to Ferrara:
A ferry is $2 (€2) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Ferrara costing on average $12 (€10).
A ferry is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venice to Ferrara costing on average $13 (€11).
Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 11m.
Bus takes on average 1h 49m.
The journey is about 6m faster (1h 11m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly $11 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($12 (€10) vs $23 (€19)). 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 Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, 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 Venice to Ferrara trains for tomorrow, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FRECCIAROSSA 9401+ Regionale TTPER 17945 | 5:38 AM Venice Mestre | 1h11 | 6:49 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 7:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 6:38 AM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 7:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 | 6:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h36 | 8:16 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 | 6:46 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h39 | 8:25 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h11 | 8:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Autobus TTPER B5301 | 6:52 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h26 | 8:18 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 | 6:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h23 | 8:16 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce TTPER 1737 | 6:58 AM Venice Mestre | 1h27 | 8:25 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:04 AM Venice Mestre | 0h59 | 8:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801+ Autobus TTPER B5301 | 7:04 AM Venice Mestre | 1h14 | 8:18 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
8903 | On time 7:05 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 8:09 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8903 | On time 7:17 AM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 8:09 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 | 7:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 9:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 · Autobus TTPER B5303 | 7:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h25 | 9:18 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 | 7:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 9:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 8:40 AM Venice Mestre | 0h47 | 9:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 | 8:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h36 | 10:16 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 | 8:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h23 | 10:16 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8907 | On time 9:20 AM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 10:09 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 9:34 AM Venice Mestre | 1h06 | 10:40 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 9:38 AM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3997 | 9:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 11:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 3997 | 9:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 11:03 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8902 | On time 10:17 AM Venice Mestre | 0h51 | 11:08 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 11:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 10:38 AM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 11:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 | 10:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 12:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 | 10:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 12:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 · Autobus TTPER B5305 | 10:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h25 | 12:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:26 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 12:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 11:38 AM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 12:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 | 11:40 AM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 1:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 | 11:53 AM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 1:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 1:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8929 | On time 12:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 1:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 12:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 | 12:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 2:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 | 12:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 2:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 2:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8913 | On time 1:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 2:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 | 1:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 3:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 · Autobus TTPER B5307 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h25 | 3:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 | 1:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 3:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8915 | On time 2:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 3:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8915 | On time 2:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 3:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 3:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 2:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 3:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 | 2:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h36 | 4:16 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 2:52 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h08 | 4:00 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 | 2:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h23 | 4:16 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 3:04 PM Venice Mestre | 0h56 | 4:00 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | On time 3:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 4:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8919 | On time 3:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 4:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594 | 3:34 PM Venice Mestre | 1h14 | 4:48 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 3:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 | 3:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 5:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 | 3:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 5:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 | 4:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h23 | 6:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h10 | 6:03 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 · Autobus TTPER B5309 | 4:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h25 | 6:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
8925 | On time 5:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 6:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8925 | On time 5:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 6:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Autobus TTPER B5317 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h52 | 7:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 5:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9433+ Autobus TTPER B5317 | 5:38 PM Venice Mestre | 1h40 | 7:18 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 | 5:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h36 | 7:16 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 | 5:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h23 | 7:16 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h04 | 7:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8927 | On time 6:17 PM Venice Mestre | 0h52 | 7:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 6:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 | 6:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h33 | 8:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 | 6:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h20 | 8:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:26 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h01 | 8:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 7:38 PM Venice Mestre | 0h49 | 8:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 | 7:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h29 | 9:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 | 7:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h16 | 9:09 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 | 9:40 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h26 | 11:06 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 | 9:53 PM Venice Mestre | 1h13 | 11:06 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 770 | 10:05 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1h16 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 770 | 10:17 PM Venice Mestre | 1h04 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venice to Ferrara run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 64 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 54 miles (88 km) distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 54 miles (88 km) |
Average train duration 1h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 80 |
Direct trains 64 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 10:43 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.
Ferrara’s best-known exhibition venue, famed for its diamond-point marble facade and major temporary art shows.
National museum on Italian Jewish history and the Shoah, noted for its architecture and thoughtful exhibitions.
Museum inside Palazzo Schifanoia, celebrated for the Salone dei Mesi fresco cycle.
Ferrara’s main square, lined with historic buildings and a natural starting point for exploring the center.
Atmospheric medieval street with arches and brick passageways, one of Ferrara’s most photographed walks.
Grand Renaissance avenue of the Addizione Erculea, famous for palaces and elegant urban planning.
Fresh pasta filled with pumpkin, typically served with butter and sage or ragù. It is one of Ferrara’s signature dishes and has protected traditional status.
A rich, slow-cooked spiced pork sausage served hot, often with mashed potato. It is one of the most iconic and historic specialties of Ferrara.
A traditional baked pasta pie with macaroni, ragù, béchamel, and a sweet pastry crust. It is a classic festive dish linked to Ferrara’s Renaissance cuisine.
Well-known Ferrara restaurant serving traditional local cuisine in a refined but welcoming setting, with strong focus on classic Ferrarese dishes.
Established trattoria appreciated for handmade pasta and regional specialties, with a cozy atmosphere suited to a traditional meal in the historic center.
Popular osteria in the medieval quarter known for cured meats, pasta, and traditional dishes, with a lively and informal atmosphere.
Prices are moderate for Italy. Food and coffee are reasonable, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is usually included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required; round up or leave EUR 1-5 for good service. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Ferrara Railway Station, Ferrara -> Castello Estense, Ferrara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Ferrara trains use the Venezia Mestre to Ferrara station pair, with some services arriving at Ferrara Via Boschetto station. Use this guide to compare Venice and Ferrara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
Venezia Santa Lucia 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: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
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.
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale is 6 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara, Cona Ospedale.
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