The cheapest and fastest trains from Ferrara to Bologna
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
28 m
Average duration
28 m
Trains per day
90
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.
Of the 90 trains that leave Ferrara for Bologna every day 74 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 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 1762716:340h28Ferrara station17:02Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1796314:450h38Ferrara station15:23Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 179456:500h38Ferrara station7:28Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1797117:450h38Ferrara station18:23Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 174816:180h40Ferrara station6:58Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 1762716:340h28Ferrara station17:02Bologna Corticella£41One-way0 changes
890710:110h28Ferrara station10:39Bologna Centrale£171One-way0 changes
89038:110h28Ferrara station8:39Bologna Centrale£171One-way0 changes
892913:110h28Ferrara station13:39Bologna Centrale£171One-way0 changes
891314:110h28Ferrara station14:39Bologna Centrale£171One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Ferrara to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 36m. 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 coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £4.
Distance: 43 km
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Live departures
Ferrara to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Bologna trains for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
Intercity 584 | 12:40 Ferrara station | 0h31 | 13:11 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17959 | 12:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 13:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17959 | 12:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 13:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3973 | 13:05 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 13:45 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17961 | 13:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 14:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17961 | 13:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 14:23 Bologna Corticella | 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 | |
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 | |
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 | 0h41 | 17:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17627 | 16:34 Ferrara station | 0h28 | 17:02 Bologna Corticella | 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 Veloce 3981 | 16:45 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h00 | 17:45 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5332 · Regionale TTPER 17971 | 16:45 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h38 | 18:23 Bologna Corticella | 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 | 0h52 | 18:37 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17971 | 17:45 Ferrara station | 0h38 | 18:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | 0h38 | 20:23 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17975 | 19:45 Ferrara station | 0h52 | 20:37 Bologna Centrale | 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 | |
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 | 0h50 | 23:02 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17977 | 22:12 Ferrara station | 0h36 | 22:48 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale Veloce 3993 | 23:08 Ferrara station | 0h32 | 23:40 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 770 | 23:23 Ferrara station | 0h33 | 23:56 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 10 July | |||||
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 | 5:56 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h02 | 6:58 Bologna Corticella | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5310 · Regionale TTPER 17943 | 5:56 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 0h53 | 6:49 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17943 | 6:09 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 6:49 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17481 | 6:18 Ferrara station | 0h40 | 6:58 Bologna Corticella | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17481 | 6:18 Ferrara station | 0h57 | 7:15 Bologna Centrale | 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 | |
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 | |
Autobus TTPER B5326 · Regionale Veloce 3963 | 7:41 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h14 | 8:55 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5326+ FRECCIAROSSA 8801 | 7:41 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1h01 | 8:42 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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 | 0h42 | 10:15 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17537 | 9:33 Ferrara station | 0h30 | 10:03 Bologna Corticella | 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 | |
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 · 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ferrara to Bologna
Trains from Ferrara to Bologna run on average 70 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.
There are 55 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 28m.
Distance 43 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 70 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 28m |
First train 1:02 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte from Ferrara to Bologna trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity, Intercity Notte trains will get you between Ferrara and Bologna 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: Ferrara to Bologna train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ferrara and Bologna
Most Ferrara to Bologna trains use the Ferrara to Bologna Centrale station pair, with some services arriving at Bologna Corticella. 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.
Which Ferrara station do trains to Bologna leave from?
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.
Which Bologna station do trains from Ferrara arrive at?
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.
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