- Must visit
Museo Revoltella
A major modern and contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for Italian and regional collections and seafront setting.
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ferrara to Trieste is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ferrara to Trieste will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ferrara for Trieste every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ferrara to Trieste among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £208.
Distance: 192 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|---|
£21 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £368 Average Price | £75 Average Price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Ferrara to Trieste trains for today, Sunday 23 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 3986 · Regionale Veloce 3445 | 17:43 Ferrara station | 4h01 | 21:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8918+ Intercity 592 | 17:52 Ferrara station | 5h46 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8918+ Regionale Veloce 3445 | 17:52 Ferrara station | 3h52 | 21:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8918 | 17:52 Ferrara station | 3h04 | 20:56 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
8918+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 17:52 Ferrara station | 5h03 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5308+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 17:55 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 3h32 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 · FRECCIAROSSA 9749 | 18:29 Ferrara station | 2h58 | 21:27 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8928+ Regionale Veloce 3896 | 18:49 Ferrara station | 4h13 | 23:02 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8928+ Intercity 592 | 18:49 Ferrara station | 4h49 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8928+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 18:49 Ferrara station | 4h06 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Autobus TTPER B5318 · Regionale 3990 · Regionale Veloce 3861 | 18:55 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 4h00 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
Autobus TTPER B5318+ Intercity 592 | 18:55 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 4h43 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 19:29 Ferrara station | 3h26 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 3990 · Regionale Veloce 3861 | 19:43 Ferrara station | 3h12 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8920+ Regionale Veloce 3861 | 19:49 Ferrara station | 3h06 | 22:55 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8920+ Intercity 592 | 19:49 Ferrara station | 3h49 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
8920+ Regionale Veloce 3447 | 19:49 Ferrara station | 4h55 | 0:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 592 | 20:34 Ferrara station | 3h04 | 23:38 Trieste Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8828 · FRECCIAROSSA 9759 | 20:42 Ferrara station | 3h03 | 23:45 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432+ Regionale Veloce 3447 | 21:52 Ferrara station | 2h52 | 0:44 Trieste Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434+ Treno 17099 effettuato con bus VE249 · Regionale 16045 | 22:29 Ferrara station | 8h13 | 6:42 Trieste Centrale | 2 changes | |
| Monday 24 August | |||||
![]() | 5:43 Ferrara | 4h05 | 9:48 Trieste | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:43 Ferrara | 4h05 | 10:48 Trieste | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:15 Ferrara | 3h22 | 16:37 Trieste | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Ferrara to Trieste run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:31, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 192 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 192 km |
Average train duration 3h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 0:31 |
Last train 22:29 |
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Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Trieste — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Trieste trip today.
A major modern and contemporary art museum in a former warehouse, known for Italian and regional collections and seafront setting.
A literary museum dedicated to James Joyce’s years in Trieste, with manuscripts, photographs and material on his local connections.
An imposing former Habsburg residence displaying period interiors, decorative arts and the refined atmosphere of historic Trieste.
Trieste’s grand main square faces the Adriatic and is ideal for architecture, evening light and a first walk through the city centre.
A lively canal lined with historic façades, bridges and boats, perfect for a relaxed walk and classic views of the city.
This hilltop quarter around the cathedral and castle offers Roman remains, quiet lanes and one of Trieste’s best panoramas.
Hearty bean and sauerkraut soup with pork, rooted in Trieste’s Austro-Hungarian and Slavic heritage and commonly eaten in traditional trattorias.
Breaded and fried veal cutlet, a local staple showing Viennese influence in Triestine cooking and usually served with potatoes or salad.
Pork loin baked in a bread crust with ham, a festive Trieste speciality linked to the city’s Central European culinary traditions.
Elegant historic café famed for Triestine coffee, pastries and light meals in a refined literary atmosphere.
Refined seafood restaurant with a longstanding reputation, focused on Adriatic fish in a polished setting near the waterfront.
Historic buffet known for boiled meats, porzina and jota in a lively, old-fashioned Trieste setting.
Moderate for Italy: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than Venice or Milan, while local buses and coffee stay fairly affordable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave €1-2 or about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Trieste Centrale -> Piazza Unità d’Italia, Trieste
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ferrara to Trieste 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 Trieste, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ferrara to Trieste trains use the Ferrara to Trieste Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Ferrara and Trieste 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.
Trieste Centrale is 1 km from Trieste city centre. Public transport options include:
Trieste Centrale 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: Buffet da Pepi, Trattoria Nerodiseppia
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Trieste Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Trieste Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Trieste Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Trieste Centrale: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Savoia Excelsior Palace Trieste, Hotel Continentale, NH Trieste.
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