The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Ferrara
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
20 m
Average duration
23 m
Trains per day
63
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Ferrara will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 63 trains that leave Bologna for Ferrara every day 53 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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 TTPER 1797220:350h47Bologna Corticella21:22Ferrara station£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1795010:350h45Bologna Corticella11:20Ferrara station£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 179426:350h45Bologna Corticella7:20Ferrara station£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1796618:350h45Bologna Corticella19:20Ferrara station£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1796417:340h44Bologna Corticella18:18Ferrara station£41One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 881614:180h20Bologna Centrale14:38Ferrara station£191One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 882820:180h22Bologna Centrale20:40Ferrara station£191One-way0 changes
Intercity 58814:510h22Bologna Centrale15:13Ferrara station£81One-way0 changes
89249:210h26Bologna Centrale9:47Ferrara station£171One-way0 changes
FRECCIAROSSA 942819:010h26Bologna Centrale19:27Ferrara station£191One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 33m. 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 coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 43 km
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Live departures
Bologna to Ferrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Ferrara trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8920 | 19:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 19:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17968 | 19:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 20:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 19:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h58 | 20:33 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17968 | 19:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h45 | 20:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 592 | 20:00 Bologna Centrale | 0h32 | 20:32 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h22 | 20:40 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17970 | 20:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h58 | 21:22 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17970 | 20:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h47 | 21:22 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3992 | 21:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 21:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 21:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 22:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 22:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17940 | 23:02 Bologna Centrale | 0h48 | 23:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
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InterCityNotte 774 | 4:25 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 4:56 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3998 | 5:20 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 5:51 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17942 | 6:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 7:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17942 | 6:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h45 | 7:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17942 · Autobus TTPER B5301 | 6:35 Bologna Corticella | 1h43 | 8:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 7:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5301 | 7:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 8:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 8:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 8:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3966 · Autobus TTPER B5303 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 9:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3966 | 8:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 8:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8900 | 8:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 8:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 9:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 9:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3970 | 9:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 9:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8924 | 9:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 9:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 10:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 10:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3972 | 10:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 10:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17950 | 10:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 11:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17950 | 10:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h45 | 11:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17950 · Autobus TTPER B5305 | 10:35 Bologna Corticella | 1h43 | 12:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3994 · Autobus TTPER B5305 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 12:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3994 | 11:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 11:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8906 | 11:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 11:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 12:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 12:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3974 | 12:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 12:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8908 | 12:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 12:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 13:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 13:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3978 | 13:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 13:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8910 | 13:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 13:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17956 | 13:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 14:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17956 · Autobus TTPER B5307 | 13:36 Bologna Corticella | 1h42 | 15:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17956 | 13:36 Bologna Corticella | 0h44 | 14:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 14:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 14:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 14:18 Bologna Centrale | 0h20 | 14:38 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 | 14:23 Bologna Centrale | 0h35 | 14:58 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3980 · Autobus TTPER B5307 | 14:23 Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 15:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Intercity 588 | 14:51 Bologna Centrale | 0h22 | 15:13 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3982 | 15:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 15:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8916 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 15:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 16:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 16:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3984 | 16:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 16:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5309 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 18:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3986 | 17:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8918 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h29 | 17:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17964 | 17:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h54 | 18:18 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17964 · Autobus TTPER B5317 | 17:34 Bologna Corticella | 1h44 | 19:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17964 | 17:34 Bologna Corticella | 0h44 | 18:18 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 18:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 18:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3988 · Autobus TTPER B5317 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 19:18 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3988 | 18:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8928 | 18:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 18:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17966 | 18:24 Bologna Centrale | 0h56 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17966 | 18:35 Bologna Corticella | 0h45 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 19:01 Bologna Centrale | 0h26 | 19:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3990 | 19:10 Bologna Centrale | 0h31 | 19:41 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Ferrara
Trains from Bologna to Ferrara run on average 72 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 56 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:43, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 26m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 72 |
Direct trains 56 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 3:43 |
Last train 23:23 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Bologna to Ferrara trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Bologna and Ferrara from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna to Ferrara train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna and Ferrara
Most Bologna to Ferrara trains use the Bologna Centrale to Ferrara station pair, with some services arriving at Ferrara Via Boschetto station. Use this guide to compare Bologna and Ferrara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bologna station do trains to Ferrara leave from?
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale 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: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Bologna Corticella from Bologna city centre
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella train station facilities and services
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
Which Ferrara station do trains from Bologna 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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