The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Ferrara
Cheapest price
€2
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
36 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Ferrara will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.
Of the 12 buses that leave Bologna for Ferrara on Sat, Nov 15, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 43 km distance in an average of 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Compare train and bus for Bologna to Ferrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, and a bus costs an average of €3.
Distance: 43 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration Fastest 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Ferrara bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Ferrara buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2772 | 1:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h49 | 2:44 AM Ferrara, Piazzale Stazione (Radisson) | 0 transfersDirect | |
068 | 3:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h45 | 3:55 AM Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
2792 | 3:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h49 | 4:29 AM Ferrara, Piazzale Stazione (Radisson) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h50 | 5:00 AM Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0h40 | 6:20 AM Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0172 | 10:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h17 | 11:19 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Autobus TTPER B0172 | 10:13 PM Bologna Corticella | 1h06 | 11:19 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Ferrara
Buses from Bologna to Ferrara run on average 13 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 43 km distance in 40m.
Distance 43 km |
Average bus duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, GoOpti, TPER spa from Bologna to FerraraYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Ferrara with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, GoOpti, TPER spa for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Ferrara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Ferrara by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ferrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bologna, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bologna, Stazione Centrale, Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna and Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre). When arriving in Ferrara, you can end your route in coach stations like Ferrara, Ferrara, Piazzale della Stazione and Ferrara, Stazione FS.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Stazione Centrale, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ferrara, located 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Ferrara
- 05:00-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
- 06:00-20:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3 Train: Ferrara Station
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