How to travel from Naples to Ferrara

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Naples to Ferrara

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Naples to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $44 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, while a flight costs an average of $557.

Distance: 306 miles (493 km)

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Driving

$91

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$44

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$557

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$183

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5h 37m

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5h 7m

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8h 51m

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8h 21m

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5h 42m

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3h 42m

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6h 9m

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.5 - 3.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Ferrara is a bus with an average price of $44 (€37).

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

A bus is $47 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Ferrara costing on average $91 (€76).

A bus is $514 (€429) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Ferrara costing on average $557 (€466).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Ferrara is by train with an average journey time of 5h 37m.

Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 8h 51m.

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

The journey is about 1h 2m faster (5h 7m by train vs 6h 9m by car) and roughly $93 (€77) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($91 (€76) vs $183 (€153)). 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 Naples to Ferrara

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:10 PM7h50
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    6:00 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:10 PM7h50
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    6:00 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $271One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 825
    7:40 AM1h20
    Naples International Airport
    9:00 AMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1021One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • IntercityIntercity 596+RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3992
    1:36 PM8h05
    Naples Centrale
    9:41 PMFerrara station
    $401One-way
    1 transfer
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9434
    6:00 PM4h27
    Naples Centrale
    10:27 PMFerrara station
    $431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FrecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9432
    4:55 PM4h55
    Naples Centrale
    9:50 PMFerrara station
    $431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM8h10
    Naples, Metropark Centrale(Terminal Bus FS Park)
    7:20 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $301One-way
    0 transfers
  • Marino Autolinee054 · 068
    8:05 PM8h50
    Napoli, Metropark Staz.FS Terminalbus
    4:55 AMFerrara, Piazzale della Stazione
    $541One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1270 · AZ1467
    3:05 PM3h20
    Naples International Airport
    6:25 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • ITAAZ1274 · AZ1473
    7:40 PM3h15
    Naples International Airport
    10:55 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1031One-way
    1 transfer
  • Wizz Air MaltaW46712
    4:35 PM1h20
    Naples International Airport
    5:55 PMVenice Marco Polo Airport
    $1101One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Naples 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 Naples to Ferrara.

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There are 3 options to travel between Naples and Ferrara including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Naples to Ferrara is a bus with an average price of $44 (€37).

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

A bus is $47 (€40) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Naples to Ferrara costing on average $91 (€76).

A bus is $514 (€429) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Naples to Ferrara costing on average $557 (€466).

The fastest way to travel from Naples to Ferrara is by train with an average journey time of 5h 37m.

Other travel options to Ferrara take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 42m.

Bus takes on average 8h 51m.

The distance from Naples to Ferrara is approximately 306 miles (493 km).
The average frequency per day from Naples to Ferrara is:
  • Around 31 trains per day.
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Naples and Ferrara 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 Naples to Ferrara:
  • Flights mostly depart from Naples International Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Naples Centrale and arrive in Ferrara station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Napoli, Napoli Centrale and arrive in Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Naples to Ferrara, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, ITA, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Transavia France, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Volotea, Edelweiss Air to go to Ferrara by flight.
  • Travel with Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte to go to Ferrara by train.
  • Travel with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee to go to Ferrara by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Naples to Ferrara with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, CitizenPlane, Volotea.
  • 10 direct trains per day with Italo, Frecciarossa.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Itabus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Naples to Ferrara often also extend their vacation to go to Bologna, Venice, Rome, Milan, Ravenna. 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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