The cheapest and fastest trains from Florence to Ferrara
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€32
Fastest journey
1 h 7 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
59
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Florence to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Ferrara will cost around €32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 59 trains that leave Florence for Ferrara on Thu, Jul 02, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 7 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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.
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 179444:32 AM3h06Florence Santa Maria Novella7:38 AMFerrara station€141One-way1 transfer
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 179748:38 PM2h43Florence Santa Maria Novella11:21 PMFerrara station€141One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 39821:09 PM2h32Florence Santa Maria Novella3:41 PMFerrara station€141One-way2 transfers
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 39863:09 PM2h32Florence Santa Maria Novella5:41 PMFerrara station€141One-way2 transfers
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B53274:32 AM3h50Florence Santa Maria Novella8:22 AMFerrara Via Boschetto€141One-way2 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 94265:20 PM1h07Florence Santa Maria Novella6:27 PMFerrara station€361One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 94069:20 AM1h07Florence Santa Maria Novella10:27 AMFerrara station€511One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 94048:20 AM1h07Florence Santa Maria Novella9:27 AMFerrara station€1201One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 941612:20 PM1h07Florence Santa Maria Novella1:27 PMFerrara station€1201One-way0 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 94349:20 PM1h07Florence Santa Maria Novella10:27 PMFerrara station€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Florence to Ferrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €8.
Distance: 122 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Florence to Ferrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Ferrara trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 9:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 9:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h45 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
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InterCityNotte 774 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 2h53 | 4:56 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Autobus TTPER B5325 | 2:03 AM Florence Campo di Marte | 4h23 | 6:26 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 17944 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 7:38 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5327 | 4:32 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h50 | 8:22 AM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:03 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h38 | 8:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17808 · Regionale TTPER 17482 | 7:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h31 | 9:40 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 8:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
8900 | On time 7:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 8:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:09 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 8:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 9:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 · Autobus TTPER B5311 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 4h27 | 12:48 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:21 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 10:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8924 | On time 8:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 9:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 34018 · Treno 17816 effettuato con bus FI362 · Regionale TTPER 17952 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 3h39 | 12:20 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce 3994 | 10:20 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 11:41 AM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TTPER 17952 | 10:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8906 | On time 10:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 11:47 AM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 11:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 1:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8908 | On time 11:39 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 12:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 12:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 1:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale TTPER 17958 | 12:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 2:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8910 | On time 12:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 1:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 1:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 1:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 2:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h40 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 1:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 3h37 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 588 | 1:55 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h18 | 3:13 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 2:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 4:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 2:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 3:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8916 | On time 2:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 3:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h50 | 5:10 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 3:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 4:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5333 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 3h35 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:33 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h08 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 4:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 6:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 4:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 5:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 4:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h42 | 6:18 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
8918 | On time 4:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 5:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 5:09 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 7:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 6:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Autobus TTPER B5333 | 5:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 7:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
8928 | On time 5:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 6:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Autobus TTPER B5335 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 8:08 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 6:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 7:27 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 8:20 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 6:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h57 | 8:33 PM Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 6:37 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h04 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
8920 | On time 6:39 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 7:47 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 592 | 6:45 PM Florence Rifredi | 1h47 | 8:32 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 7:20 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h20 | 8:40 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 7:36 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 9:22 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 7:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 2h00 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 8:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h31 | 9:41 PM Ferrara station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17974 | 8:38 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h43 | 11:21 PM Ferrara station | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:41 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h09 | 9:50 PM Ferrara station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Florence to Ferrara
Trains from Florence to Ferrara run on average 55 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 122 km distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity from Florence to Ferrara trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Regionale, Intercity trains will get you between Florence and Ferrara from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Florence to Ferrara
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Ferrara by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ferrara, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Florence to Ferrara
Most Florence to Ferrara trains use the Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Ferrara station pair, with some services arriving at Ferrara Via Boschetto station. Use this guide to compare Florence and Ferrara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Florence station do trains to Ferrara leave from?
Getting to Firenze Santa Maria Novella from Florence city centre
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station facilities and services
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Getting to Firenze Campo di Marte from Florence city centre
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte train station facilities and services
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Moka Café
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Getting to Firenze Rifredi from Florence city centre
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi train station facilities and services
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Which Ferrara station do trains from Florence arrive at?
Getting to Ferrara from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara is 2 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara train station facilities and services
Ferrara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Ca' d'Frara, Trattoria Il Cucco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ferrara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Ferrara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ferrara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferrara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Touring, Hotel Carlton, Hotel Annunziata.
Getting to Ferrara Via Boschetto station from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara Via Boschetto station is 1 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara Via Boschetto station train station facilities and services
Ferrara Via Boschetto station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Getting to Ferrara, Cona Ospedale from Ferrara city centre
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale is 6 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale train station facilities and services
Ferrara, Cona Ospedale has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara, Cona Ospedale.
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