How to travel from Ferrara to Venice

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Compare train, bus, and ferry for Ferrara to Venice

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 1h 25m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $12, while a bus costs an average of $183.

Distance: 54 miles (88 km)

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$19

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$183

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$12

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$23

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1h 47m

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1h 17m

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2h 14m

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Consorzio Vidali Group

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Compare ways to travel from Ferrara to Venice

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Venice is a ferry with an average price of $12 (€10).

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

A ferry is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ferrara to Venice costing on average $19 (€16).

A ferry is $172 (€145) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Venice costing on average $183 (€155).

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Venice is by ferry with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 47m.

Bus takes on average 2h 14m.

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

The journey is about 4m faster (1h 17m by train vs 1h 21m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $23 (€20)). 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 Venice

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3980
    3:00 PM1h07
    Ferrara station
    4:07 PMVenice Mestre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3980
    3:00 PM1h07
    Ferrara station
    4:07 PMVenice Mestre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Italo8918
    5:52 PM0h50
    Ferrara station
    6:42 PMVenice Mestre
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3998
    5:53 AM1h14
    Ferrara station
    7:07 AMVenice Mestre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3992
    9:43 PM1h24
    Ferrara station
    11:07 PMVenice Mestre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3970
    9:43 AM1h24
    Ferrara station
    11:07 AMVenice Mestre
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 AM1h45
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    7:50 AMVenezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:25 AM1h45
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    9:10 AMVenezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione)
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 AM2h05
    Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    8:10 AMVenezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Ferrara to Venice

Travel to Venice 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 Venice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ferrara and Venice including taking a train, bus, and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Ferrara to Venice is a ferry with an average price of $12 (€10).

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

A ferry is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ferrara to Venice costing on average $19 (€16).

A ferry is $172 (€145) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ferrara to Venice costing on average $183 (€155).

The fastest way to travel from Ferrara to Venice is by ferry with an average journey time of 1h 25m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 47m.

Bus takes on average 2h 14m.

The distance from Ferrara to Venice is approximately 54 miles (88 km).
The average frequency per day from Ferrara to Venice is:
  • Around 82 trains per day.
  • Around 18 buses per day.
  • Around 6 ferries per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ferrara to Venice:
  • Trains mostly depart from Ferrara station and arrive in Venice Mestre.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione and arrive in Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
  • Ferries mostly depart from San Marco and arrive in Santa Lucia (Piazzale Roma).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ferrara to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, GoOpti, FlixBus to go to Venice by bus.
  • Travel with Consorzio Vidali Group to go to Venice by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Ferrara to Venice with the following travel companies:
  • 76 direct trains per day with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity.
  • 18 direct buses per day with Itabus, GoOpti, FlixBus.
  • 6 direct ferries per day with Consorzio Vidali Group.
Omio customers who travel from Ferrara to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.

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