How to travel from Milan to Ferrara

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Milan to Ferrara

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. 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 $25, while a bus costs an average of $32.

Distance: 126 miles (203 km)

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$25

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$32

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$83

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3h 19m

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2h 49m

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4h 19m

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3h 49m

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2h 56m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Ferrara is a train with an average price of $25.

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

A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Ferrara costing on average $32.

A train is $232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Ferrara costing on average $257.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Ferrara is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

Flight takes on average 7h 6m.

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

The journey is about 7m faster (2h 49m by train vs 2h 56m by car) and roughly $57 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 vs $83). 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 Milan to Ferrara

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 · Regionale TTPER 90233
    11:33 AM3h49
    Milano Lambrate
    3:22 PMFerrara station
    $251One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 · Regionale TTPER 90233
    11:33 AM3h49
    Milano Lambrate
    3:22 PMFerrara station
    $251One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9805 · FRECCIAROSSA 9414
    10:45 AM1h42
    Milan Rogoredo
    12:27 PMFerrara station
    $881One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2623 · Regionale 3467 · Regionale TTPER 90233
    11:25 AM3h57
    Milan Centrale
    3:22 PMFerrara station
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841 · Autobus TTPER B5419
    12:33 PM4h03
    Milano Lambrate
    4:36 PMFerrara station
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale TRENORD 2625 · Regionale 3841 · Autobus TTPER B5419
    12:25 PM4h11
    Milan Centrale
    4:36 PMFerrara station
    $251One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:45 PM4h25
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    9:10 PMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:40 AM4h40
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    7:20 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 PM9h35
    Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano
    6:00 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2045 · AZ1475
    11:00 AM3h30
    Milan Linate Airport
    2:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2029 · AZ1475
    9:00 AM5h30
    Milan Linate Airport
    2:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ2021 · AZ1475
    8:30 AM6h00
    Milan Linate Airport
    2:30 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Milan to Ferrara

Travel to Ferrara 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 Milan to Ferrara.

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There are 3 options to travel between Milan and Ferrara including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Milan to Ferrara is a train with an average price of $25.

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

A train is $7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Milan to Ferrara costing on average $32.

A train is $232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Ferrara costing on average $257.

The fastest way to travel from Milan to Ferrara is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

Flight takes on average 7h 6m.

The distance from Milan to Ferrara is approximately 126 miles (203 km).
The average frequency per day from Milan to Ferrara is:
  • Around 75 trains per day.
  • Around 15 flights per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Milan to Ferrara:
  • Flights mostly depart from Milan Linate Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Milan Centrale and arrive in Ferrara station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arrive in Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Milan to Ferrara, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus to go to Ferrara by bus.
  • Travel with Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Ferrara by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Milan to Ferrara:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Milan to Ferrara often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Venice, Rome, Florence, Porto Garibaldi. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ferrara and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ferrara to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ferrara, visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk through Parco Massari or explore ancient artifacts at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale. The historic Teatro Comunale offers various performances, while a bike tour provides a unique way to discover the city's rich history and architecture. Food enthusiasts can savor local cuisine at a traditional trattoria. Notable sights include the moated Castello Estense, the Renaissance Palazzo dei Diamanti, the Romanesque-Gothic Ferrara Cathedral, and the fresco-adorned Palazzo Schifanoia. Strolling along Via delle Volte, a medieval street with arches and historic buildings, adds to the experience.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Ferrara, allowing time to visit its Renaissance palaces, the Este Castle, and enjoy the local cuisine.

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