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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 11 Oct
£16
Average ticket price on 11 Oct
£31
Fastest journey on 11 Oct
2 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 11 Oct
2 h 53 m
Trains on 11 Oct
28
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lucca to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lucca to Ferrara will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Lucca to Ferrara you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 18509 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974
Regionale 18523 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988
Regionale 18471 · Regionale 17824 · Regionale Veloce 3980
Regionale 18519 · Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce 3986
Regionale 18525 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990
Regionale 18515+
Intercity 588
Regionale 18533+
FRECCIAROSSA 9434
Regionale 18513+
FRECCIAROSSA 9416
Regionale 18517+
FRECCIAROSSA 9422
Regionale 18525+
FRECCIAROSSA 9428Trains from Lucca to Ferrara run on average 67 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:18, the last at 22:35. The fastest train covers the 141 km distance in 2h 13m.
Distance 141 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 67 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 4:18 |
Last train 22:35 |
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The table below shows live departures for Lucca to Ferrara trains for today, Saturday 10 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 18659 · Regionale 17810 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 6:30 Lucca station | 3h11 | 9:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale Veloce 18659+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 6:30 Lucca station | 2h57 | 9:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 7:27 Lucca station | 3h00 | 10:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406+ Autobus TTPER B5385 | 7:27 Lucca station | 4h09 | 11:36 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18505 · Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 7:27 Lucca station | 3h14 | 10:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18507 · Regionale 17818 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 8:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 11:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ Autobus TTPER B5311 | 9:31 Lucca station | 3h17 | 12:48 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 9:31 Lucca station | 2h56 | 12:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18509 · Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 9:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 12:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18511 · Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 10:32 Lucca station | 3h09 | 13:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416+ Autobus TTPER B5329 | 10:32 Lucca station | 3h27 | 13:59 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 10:32 Lucca station | 2h55 | 13:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18515+ Intercity 588+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 12:31 Lucca station | 4h37 | 17:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18515+ Intercity 588 | 12:31 Lucca station | 2h42 | 15:13 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18515 · Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 12:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 15:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Autobus TTPER B5331 | 13:31 Lucca station | 3h37 | 17:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18517 · Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 13:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 16:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 13:31 Lucca station | 2h56 | 16:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18519 · Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 14:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Autobus TTPER B5333 | 15:31 Lucca station | 3h42 | 19:13 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 15:31 Lucca station | 2h56 | 18:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18521 · Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 15:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Autobus TTPER B5315 | 16:31 Lucca station | 4h07 | 20:38 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 16:31 Lucca station | 2h56 | 19:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18525 · Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 16:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 19:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18527+ Intercity 592 | 17:31 Lucca station | 3h01 | 20:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18481 · Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 17:39 Lucca station | 4h02 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18529+ Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 18:31 Lucca station | 3h10 | 21:41 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18529+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 18:31 Lucca station | 3h19 | 21:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 19:31 Lucca station | 2h56 | 22:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18485 · Regionale TTPER 17856 · Regionale TTPER 17940 | 19:39 Lucca station | 4h11 | 23:50 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 11 October | |||||
Regionale 4147+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 5:41 Lucca station | 3h46 | 9:27 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 Lucca 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 Lucca to Ferrara trains use the Lucca to Ferrara station pair, with some services arriving at Ferrara Via Boschetto station. Use this guide to compare Lucca and Ferrara train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lucca 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 Giglio, Osteria Baralla
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Lucca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Lucca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lucca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lucca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lucca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Grand Universe Lucca, Hotel Ilaria, Albergo San Martino.
S. Pietro A Vico is 4 km from Lucca city centre. Public transport options include:
S. Pietro A Vico has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
Available at S. Pietro A Vico: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Pietro A Vico.
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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