How to travel from Ferrara to Milan

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ferrara to Milan

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Milan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. 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 $24, while a flight costs an average of $475.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Ferrara to Milan

Compare the available ways to get from Ferrara to Milan, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Milan is a train with an average price of $24.

This is compared to other travel options from Ferrara to Milan:

A train is $32 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Milan costing on average $56.

A train is $452 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ferrara to Milan costing on average $475.

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 21m.

Flight takes on average 5h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ferrara and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ferrara to MilanĀ among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 46m faster (2h 16m by train vs 3h 2m by car) and roughly $52 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($24 vs $76). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Ferrara to Milan

How to get from Ferrara to Milan by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Ferrara to Milan is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9433 Ā· FRECCIAROSSA 9808
    1 transfer

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  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 90240 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3760 Ā· Regionale TRENORD 2648
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17624 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3848 Ā· Regionale TRENORD 2644
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TTPER 90238 Ā· Regionale Veloce 3846 Ā· Regionale TRENORD 2640
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
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  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus Ā· FlixBus
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  • ITAAZ1466 Ā· AZ2044
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1466 Ā· AZ2038
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1462 Ā· AZ1767 Ā· AZ1796
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ferrara to Milan

Travel to Milan easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ferrara to Milan.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ferrara and Milan including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Milan is a train with an average price of $24.

This is compared to other travel options from Ferrara to Milan:

A train is $32 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Milan costing on average $56.

A train is $452 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ferrara to Milan costing on average $475.

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Milan is by train with an average journey time of 2h 46m.

Other travel options to Milan take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 21m.

Flight takes on average 5h 28m.

The distance from Ferrara to Milan is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Ferrara to Milan is:
  • Around 164 trains per day.
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ferrara and Milan as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ferrara to Milan:
  • Flights mostly depart from Venice Marco Polo Airport and arrive in Milan Linate Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ferrara station and arrive in Milan Centrale.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione and arrive in Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ferrara to Milan, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ITA, British Airways, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Air Baltic, Brussels Airlines, Swiss to go to Milan by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus, GoOpti to go to Milan by bus.
  • Travel with Italo, Regionale, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Milan by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ferrara to Milan:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, GoOpti.
Omio customers who travel from Ferrara to Milan often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Rome, Venice, Como, Florence. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Milan and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Milan to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Milan, you can visit the iconic Duomo di Milano for its stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic views, explore Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper at the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, and stroll through the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its luxury boutiques. Discover the grand Sforza Castle, which houses various museums and art collections, and relax in the serene Sempione Park near the city center.
To fully experience Milan's key attractions, including the Duomo, The Last Supper, and shopping in the fashion district, plan for around 3 to 4 days.

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