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Pinacoteca Nazionale di Ferrara
Art museum in a Renaissance palace, best known for changing exhibitions and well-preserved rooms in one of Ferrara's key historic buildings.
Cheapest price on 16 Oct
£13
Average ticket price on 16 Oct
£27
Fastest journey on 16 Oct
1 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 16 Oct
1 h 7 m
Trains on 16 Oct
68
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Ferrara will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 16 Oct, we found 68 trains from Florence to Ferrara, including 23 direct services.
These 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 .
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 18482 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5327
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17808 · Regionale TTPER 17482
FRECCIAROSSA 9428
FRECCIAROSSA 9404
FRECCIAROSSA 9400
FRECCIAROSSA 9426
FRECCIAROSSA 8418Trains from Florence to Ferrara run on average 42 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 19 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 0m.
Distance 122 km |
Average train duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:25 |
Last train 23:23 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Ferrara trains for today, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18522 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 16:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 16:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5389 | 16:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h53 | 18:13 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 16:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h42 | 18:18 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8918 | 16:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 17:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18524 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 17:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 19:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 17:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 18:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Autobus TTPER B5333 | 17:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h53 | 19:13 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
8928 | 17:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 18:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Autobus TTPER B5335 | 18:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h53 | 20:13 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 18:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 19:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 18:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h02 | 20:38 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 18:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 20:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18482 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 18:37 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h04 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
8920 | 18:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 19:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 592 | 18:45 Florence Rifredi | 1h47 | 20:32 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9430 · FRECCIAROSSA 8828 | 19:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h20 | 20:40 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8526+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 19:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h46 | 21:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 19:41 Florence Rifredi | 2h00 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9326+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 20:10 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h31 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18486 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17974 | 20:38 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h43 | 23:21 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 20:41 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h09 | 21:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 21:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 22:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9330+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 21:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h45 | 23:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
| Friday 16 October | |||||
InterCityNotte 774 | 2:24 Florence Campo di Marte | 2h41 | 5:05 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Autobus TTPER B5325 | 2:24 Florence Campo di Marte | 3h59 | 6:23 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 · Autobus TTPER B5327 | 4:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h51 | 8:23 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale TTPER 17944 | 4:32 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h06 | 7:38 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18488 · Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:03 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h38 | 8:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18502 · Regionale 17808 · Regionale TTPER 17482 | 7:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h31 | 9:40 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 7:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 8:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8900 | 7:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 8:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18504 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 10:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 8:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 9:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 · Autobus TTPER B5385 | 8:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 3h15 | 11:36 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:21 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h20 | 10:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8924 | 8:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 9:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17816 · Regionale Veloce 3994 · Autobus TTPER B5311 | 8:41 Florence Rifredi | 4h07 | 12:48 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18508 · Regionale 17818 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 9:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 11:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Autobus TTPER B5385 | 9:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h16 | 11:36 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 9:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 10:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18662 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:47 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h54 | 12:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ Regionale Veloce 3994 | 10:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 11:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ Regionale TTPER 17952 | 10:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 12:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8906 | 10:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 11:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18832 · Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:40 Florence Rifredi | 3h01 | 13:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 11:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 12:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Autobus TTPER B5311 | 11:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h28 | 12:48 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8508+ Regionale TTPER 17954 | 11:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 13:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8908 | 11:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 12:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Autobus TTPER B5329 | 12:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h39 | 13:59 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 12:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 13:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8509+ Regionale TTPER 17958 | 12:36 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h44 | 14:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8910 | 12:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h08 | 13:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18514 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 13:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 15:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ Autobus TTPER B5387 | 13:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h38 | 14:58 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 13:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 14:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 588+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 13:33 Florence Rifredi | 3h35 | 17:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Intercity 588 | 13:33 Florence Rifredi | 1h40 | 15:13 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ Intercity 588 | 13:55 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h18 | 15:13 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18518 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 14:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 16:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9420+ Regionale Veloce 3982 | 14:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h21 | 15:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8916 | 14:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h11 | 15:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18520 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 15:09 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2h32 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 15:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h07 | 16:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 15:20 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1h48 | 17:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Autobus TTPER B5389 | 15:33 Florence Rifredi | 2h40 | 18:13 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 15:33 Florence Rifredi | 2h08 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Ferrara — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ferrara trip today.
Art museum in a Renaissance palace, best known for changing exhibitions and well-preserved rooms in one of Ferrara's key historic buildings.
Museum devoted to the Este court, displaying frescoes, sculptures and decorative arts inside the former palace of Ludovico il Moro.
Museum dedicated to Giovanni Boldini and modern art, housed in a refined palace with works that connect Ferrara to wider European painting.
Ferrara's main square, framed by the cathedral and civic buildings, is the city's classic meeting point for architecture and atmosphere.
Broad Renaissance avenue lined with palaces, ideal for walking or cycling and understanding Ferrara's planned urban expansion.
Tree-lined path along Ferrara's historic walls, popular with locals for walking and cycling with open views and a relaxed pace.
Cappellacci pasta filled with pumpkin, usually served with butter and sage or ragù. A Ferrara classic with Protected Geographical Indication status.
Small ring-shaped pasta filled with meat or cheese, traditionally served in capon or beef broth at festivals and family meals in Ferrara.
A rich baked pasta pie with sweet shortcrust pastry enclosing macaroni, ragù, béchamel and truffle or mushrooms. A historic Este court speciality.
Traditional Ferrarese restaurant known for local pasta, salama da sugo and classic regional cooking in a warm historic setting.
Refined restaurant serving Ferrara and Emilia dishes with careful presentation, set near the cathedral in an elegant, intimate space.
Long-running osteria for handmade pasta, grilled meats and local specialities, with a relaxed atmosphere popular with residents and visitors.
Moderate for Italy: meals and hotels are usually cheaper than in Venice or Florence, while local buses and everyday coffee stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included; round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Ferrara Railway Station -> Piazza Trento e Trieste, Ferrara
The most popular day trips by train from Ferrara are Bologna, Venice, Padua, Verona and Ravenna. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ferrara on Omio.

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
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.

Venice is a lagoon city known for its canals, Gothic palaces and the legacy of the Venetian Republic. Around St Mark’s Square and beyond, it feels theatrical yet intimate, with narrow calli, quiet campi and water at every turn.
There are 75 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 50m.

Padua is a historic university city in the Veneto, known for Giotto’s frescoes and the Basilica of Saint Anthony. Lively squares, arcaded streets and a scholarly atmosphere give it a thoughtful character.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:33, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 33m.

Verona is known for its Roman Arena and its association with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Its compact historic centre blends medieval streets, piazzas and river views with a calm, cultured feel.
The earliest train runs at 03:14, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 83 km distance in 1h 17m.

Ravenna is best known for its remarkable Byzantine mosaics and UNESCO-listed early Christian monuments. Its compact historic centre, literary links to Dante and calm Adriatic character give it a thoughtful, unhurried feel.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 65 km distance in 59m.
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.

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.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
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.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
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.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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.
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