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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna
A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 08 Oct
£4
Average ticket price on 08 Oct
£9
Fastest journey on 08 Oct
28 m
Average journey duration on 08 Oct
28 m
Trains on 08 Oct
95
Distance
43 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrara to Bologna will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
On Thu 08 Oct, we found 95 trains from Ferrara to Bologna, including 75 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 28 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 17497
Regionale TTPER 17963
Regionale TTPER 17971
Regionale TTPER 17969
Regionale TTPER 17967
Regionale TTPER 17627
8919
8927
8929
8925Trains from Ferrara to Bologna run on average 68 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £2 by coach.
There are 63 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 22m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 68 |
Direct trains 63 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 1:02 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Bologna trains for today, Wednesday 7 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 18:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 18:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5316 · Regionale TTPER 17975 | 18:45 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h38 | 20:23 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5316 · Regionale Veloce 3985 | 18:45 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h05 | 19:50 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17973 | 18:45 Ferrara station | 0h46 | 19:31 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8927 | 19:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 19:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3985 | 19:18 Ferrara station | 0h32 | 19:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9435 | 19:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 19:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5334 · Regionale Veloce 3987 | 19:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h05 | 20:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17975 | 19:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 20:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17975 | 19:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 20:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3987 | 20:15 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 20:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437 | 20:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 20:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5390 · Regionale Veloce 3989 | 20:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h05 | 21:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5390 · Regionale TTPER 17977 | 20:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2h08 | 22:48 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3989 | 21:11 Ferrara station | 0h34 | 21:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5336 · Regionale TTPER 17977 | 21:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h08 | 22:48 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17977 | 22:12 Ferrara station | 0h36 | 22:48 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17977 | 22:12 Ferrara station | 0h50 | 23:02 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 35678 | 22:45 Ferrara station | 0h29 | 23:14 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 | 23:08 Ferrara station | 0h32 | 23:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17941 | 5:50 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 6:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17941 | 5:50 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 6:28 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5310 · Regionale TTPER 17481 | 5:55 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h03 | 6:58 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17943 | 6:09 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 6:49 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17481 | 6:18 Ferrara station | 0h57 | 7:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17481 | 6:18 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 6:58 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17945 | 6:50 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 7:28 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17945 | 6:50 Ferrara station | 0h51 | 7:41 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5312 · Regionale TTPER 17949 | 7:00 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h10 | 8:10 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5312+ FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 7:00 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 0h59 | 7:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3961 | 7:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 7:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5326+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:27 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h15 | 8:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5326 · Regionale Veloce 3963 | 7:27 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h28 | 8:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9403 | 7:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 7:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17949 | 7:33 Ferrara station | 0h50 | 8:23 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17949 | 7:33 Ferrara station | 0h37 | 8:10 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 8:05 Ferrara station | 0h37 | 8:42 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8903 | 8:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 8:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3963 | 8:18 Ferrara station | 0h37 | 8:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5328+ FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 9:02 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 0h57 | 9:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5328 · Regionale TTPER 17537 | 9:02 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h01 | 10:03 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3965 | 9:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 9:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9409 | 9:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 9:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17537 | 9:33 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 10:03 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17537 | 9:33 Ferrara station | 0h42 | 10:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8907 | 10:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 10:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3967 | 10:18 Ferrara station | 0h32 | 10:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9411 | 10:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 10:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 584 | 10:42 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 11:12 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17953 | 10:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 11:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17953 | 10:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 11:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5330+ FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 11:01 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 0h58 | 11:59 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5330 · Regionale TTPER 17497 | 11:01 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h22 | 12:23 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale 3997 | 11:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 11:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8902 | 11:10 Ferrara station | 0h29 | 11:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9413 | 11:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 11:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17497 | 11:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 12:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17497 | 11:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 12:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3971 | 12:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 12:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 12:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 12:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17959 | 12:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 13:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17959 | 12:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 13:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 | 13:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 13:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8929 | 13:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 13:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8419 | 13:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 13:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17961 | 13:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 14:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17961 | 13:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 14:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3975 | 14:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 14:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8913 | 14:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 14:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5386 · Regionale TTPER 17963 | 14:12 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h11 | 15:23 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17963 | 14:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 15:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17963 | 14:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 15:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3977 | 15:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 15:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8915 | 15:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 15:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5314 · Regionale TTPER 17967 | 15:15 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h02 | 16:17 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9425 | 15:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 15:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17967 | 15:35 Ferrara station | 0h42 | 16:17 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17967 | 15:35 Ferrara station | 0h56 | 16:31 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8815 | 16:02 Ferrara station | 0h35 | 16:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8919 | 16:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 16:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3979 | 16:18 Ferrara station | 0h34 | 16:52 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427 | 16:29 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 16:59 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17627 | 16:34 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 17:02 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17627 | 16:34 Ferrara station | 0h41 | 17:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17969 | 16:40 Ferrara station | 0h42 | 17:22 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17969 | 16:40 Ferrara station | 0h57 | 17:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5332 · Regionale TTPER 17971 | 16:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h43 | 18:23 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5332 · Regionale Veloce 3981 | 16:40 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h05 | 17:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 594 | 16:50 Ferrara station | 0h31 | 17:21 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3981 | 17:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 17:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17971 | 17:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 18:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17971 | 17:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 18:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Autobus TTPER B5388 · Regionale Veloce 3983 | 17:45 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h00 | 18:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3983 | 18:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 18:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8925 | 18:11 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 18:39 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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A major art museum with Italian paintings from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus temporary exhibitions in the city centre.
Bologna’s modern and contemporary art museum presents rotating exhibitions and a compact permanent collection in a converted industrial space.
An engaging museum on Bologna’s industrial and social history, with working models, scientific instruments, and practical displays for curious visitors.
Bologna’s grand central square is the city’s social and architectural heart, framed by major civic buildings and lively throughout the day.
A long porticoed walk climbing towards San Luca, combining daily local life, historic architecture, and one of Bologna’s classic walking routes.
This covered market street preserves medieval character under porticoes and is ideal for a short walk between historic shops and central landmarks.
Fresh egg pasta ribbons served with slow-cooked ragù. It is Bologna’s signature pasta dish and traditionally differs from spaghetti bolognese found abroad.
Small ring-shaped stuffed pasta served in rich capon or beef broth. A festive classic closely tied to Bolognese family cooking and winter meals.
Green pasta sheets layered with ragù, béchamel and Parmigiano Reggiano. This baked dish is a traditional Sunday and holiday favourite in Bologna.
Historic osteria known for classic Bolognese pasta and traditional meat dishes in a warm, old-world dining room near the city centre.
Refined restaurant serving contemporary Italian cuisine in elegant rooms inside Palazzo Fava, suited to a special-occasion meal.
Long-standing trattoria popular for tortellini, tagliatelle al ragù and other local staples in a simple, bustling setting.
Moderate for Italy: lodging is mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses are cheap, though central hotel rates rise in peak season and during major fairs.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Bologna Centrale -> Piazza Maggiore, Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara to Bologna 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 Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferrara to Bologna trains use the Ferrara to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna, Aeroporto. Use this guide to compare Ferrara and Bologna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ferrara is 2 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ristorante Ca' d'Frara, Trattoria Il Cucco
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ferrara. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ferrara. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ferrara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ferrara: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Touring, Hotel Carlton, Hotel Annunziata.
Ferrara Via Boschetto station is 1 km from Ferrara city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferrara Via Boschetto station has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
ATMs are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station: Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferrara Via Boschetto station.
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
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 storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Bologna, Aeroporto is 5 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna, Aeroporto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple options on site
Free wifi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bologna, Aeroporto.
Available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna, Aeroporto: Fully accessible for disabled individuals.
Bologna Corticella is 6 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Corticella has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Bologna Corticella.
ATMs are available at Bologna Corticella.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Bologna Corticella: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Corticella.
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