The cheapest and fastest trains from Rome to Ferrara
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
6 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rome to Ferrara is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Ferrara will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rome for Ferrara every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 333 km distance in an average of 7 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 19 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Rome to Ferrara
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Ferrara among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 333 km
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£37 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest | £124 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Rome to Ferrara train times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Ferrara trains for today, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 4154 · Regionale Veloce TTPER 3930 · Regionale TTPER 17974 | 12:22 Rome Termini | 9h59 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ Regionale TTPER 90361 | 12:35 Rome Termini | 3h35 | 16:10 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 12:35 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 15:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8134+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 12:40 Rome Termini | 4h01 | 16:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8134+ Regionale TTPER 17962 | 12:40 Rome Termini | 3h40 | 16:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8134+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 12:40 Rome Termini | 4h38 | 17:18 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3984 | 12:50 Rome Termini | 2h51 | 15:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9638+ Regionale Veloce 3984 · Regionale TTPER 90361 | 12:50 Rome Termini | 3h20 | 16:10 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
9940+ Regionale TTPER 17966 | 13:40 Rome Termini | 4h40 | 18:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9940+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 13:40 Rome Termini | 4h01 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9940+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 13:40 Rome Termini | 3h38 | 17:18 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 13:50 Rome Termini | 2h51 | 16:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9642+ Regionale Veloce 3986 · Regionale TTPER 90363 | 13:50 Rome Termini | 3h18 | 17:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
8918 | 13:55 Rome Termini | 2h55 | 16:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8918+ Regionale Veloce 3990 | 13:55 Rome Termini | 4h46 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8918+ Regionale TTPER 17966 | 13:55 Rome Termini | 4h25 | 18:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8918+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 13:55 Rome Termini | 3h46 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8520+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 14:00 Rome Tiburtina | 3h18 | 17:18 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9986+ Regionale TTPER 17966 | 14:05 Rome Termini | 4h15 | 18:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9986+ Regionale TTPER 17964 | 14:05 Rome Termini | 3h13 | 17:18 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8918 | 14:05 Rome Tiburtina | 2h45 | 16:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
9986+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 14:05 Rome Termini | 3h36 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Intercity 592 | 14:30 Rome Termini | 5h02 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ Regionale TTPER 90365 | 14:35 Rome Termini | 3h33 | 18:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 14:35 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 17:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
9946+ Regionale Veloce 3990 | 14:40 Rome Termini | 4h01 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9946+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 14:40 Rome Termini | 4h40 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9946+ Regionale TTPER 17966 | 14:40 Rome Termini | 3h40 | 18:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 14:48 Rome Tiburtina | 5h53 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9646+ Regionale Veloce 3988 | 14:50 Rome Termini | 2h51 | 17:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9646+ Regionale Veloce 3988 · Regionale TTPER 90365 | 14:50 Rome Termini | 3h18 | 18:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
8928+ Regionale Veloce 3990 | 14:55 Rome Termini | 3h46 | 18:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8928 | On time 14:55 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 17:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8928+ Intercity 592 | 14:55 Rome Termini | 4h37 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8928+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 14:55 Rome Termini | 4h25 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8928 | On time 15:05 Rome Tiburtina | 2h42 | 17:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ Regionale TTPER 90367 | 15:35 Rome Termini | 3h33 | 19:08 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 15:35 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 18:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
9948+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 15:40 Rome Termini | 4h42 | 20:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9948+ Intercity 592 | 15:40 Rome Termini | 3h52 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9948+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 15:40 Rome Termini | 3h40 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 · Autobus TTPER B5315 | 15:50 Rome Termini | 3h43 | 19:33 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8524+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 15:50 Rome Termini | 3h30 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8920 | On time 15:55 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 18:47 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8920+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 15:55 Rome Termini | 4h27 | 20:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8920+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 15:55 Rome Termini | 4h46 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8920+ Intercity 592 | 15:55 Rome Termini | 3h37 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9990+ Regionale TTPER 17968 | 16:05 Rome Termini | 3h15 | 19:20 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9990+ Intercity 592 | 16:05 Rome Termini | 3h27 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9990+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 16:05 Rome Termini | 4h17 | 20:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9652+ Intercity 592 | 16:20 Rome Termini | 3h12 | 19:32 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9430+ Regionale Veloce 3989 | 16:35 Rome Termini | 3h34 | 20:09 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9958+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 16:40 Rome Termini | 5h41 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9958+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 16:40 Rome Termini | 4h01 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9958+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 16:40 Rome Termini | 3h42 | 20:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526+ Regionale TTPER 17970 | 16:50 Rome Termini | 3h32 | 20:22 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8922+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 16:55 Rome Termini | 3h46 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8922+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 16:55 Rome Termini | 5h26 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8922+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 16:55 Rome Termini | 5h55 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8966+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 17:25 Rome Termini | 4h56 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8966+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 17:25 Rome Termini | 5h25 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8966+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 17:25 Rome Termini | 3h16 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9944+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 17:30 Rome Termini | 3h11 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9944+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 17:30 Rome Termini | 4h51 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 17:35 Rome Termini | 3h15 | 20:50 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
9954+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 17:40 Rome Termini | 4h41 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9662+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 17:50 Rome Termini | 2h51 | 20:41 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9994+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 18:04 Rome Termini | 3h23 | 21:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9994+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 18:04 Rome Termini | 4h17 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
9994+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 18:04 Rome Termini | 4h46 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8968+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 18:25 Rome Termini | 4h25 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8968+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 18:25 Rome Termini | 3h02 | 21:27 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8968+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 18:25 Rome Termini | 3h56 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9434 | 18:35 Rome Termini | 2h52 | 21:27 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
8158+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 18:40 Rome Termini | 3h41 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
8158+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 18:40 Rome Termini | 4h10 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9330+ Regionale TTPER 17974 | 18:50 Rome Termini | 3h31 | 22:21 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9592+ Regionale TTPER 17940 | 19:10 Rome Termini | 3h40 | 22:50 Ferrara station | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 774 | 21:35 Rome Termini | 6h21 | 03:56 Ferrara station | 0 changesdirect | |
InterCityNotte 774+ Regionale TTPER 90351 | 21:35 Rome Termini | 7h52 | 05:27 Ferrara Via Boschetto | 1 change | |
InterCityNotte 764+ Regionale 16027 · Regionale TTPER 17609 | 22:00 Rome Termini | 9h19 | 07:19 Ferrara station | 2 changes | |
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![]() | 07:30 Rome | 8h11 | 15:41 Ferrara | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:22 Rome | 8h19 | 19:41 Ferrara | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Rome to Ferrara
Trains from Rome to Ferrara run on average 61 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
There are 27 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 333 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 333 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 61 |
Direct trains 27 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Train companies: Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity from Rome to Ferrara trainsItalo, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Intercity trains will get you between Rome and Ferrara from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rome to Ferrara train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Rome and Ferrara
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Free WiFi in the station.
- Provided by KiPoint and located on Platform 24. Open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
- Acafe
- Moka Café
- Roadhouse Grill
- McDonald's
- Gusto
- Chef Express
- Coop Minimarket
- Mercato Centrale
- The Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is located next to Platform 1.
- Archi di Roma Guest House
- Gemma di Roma
- The Liberty Boutique Hotel
- Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 22:00
- Located near Platform 24.
- Metro lines: A (red), B (blue)
- Bus lines: 5, H, 38, 40 Express, 50 Express, 64, 66, 70, 75, 82, 90 Express, 92, 105, 150F, 223, 310, 590, 714, 910, C2, C3
- Tram lines: 5, 14
- Train lines: Italo, FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, EN, CNL, R, Leonardo Express
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Free, limited Wi-Fi available in the station for 15 minutes.
- Luggage lockers are located in the station lobby.
- Rock n’ Coffee Roma
- Arabian Kebab
- Ingredienti
- McDonald’s
- Numb's Bakery Café
- Accessible facilities include elevators and escalators.
- B&B Rome Tiburtina
- B&B Alba Domus Roma
- Hotel delle Province
- Mon - Sun: 06:35 - 20:20
- Located inside the main terminal.
- Metro lines: LB
- Bus lines: 62, 71, 111, 111F, 120F, 135, 163, 168, 211, 309, 409, n409, n041, C2, C3, Airport Shuttle
- Train lines: FR, FA, IC, REG, FL1, FL2, FL3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Ramen Bar Akira
- Eataly Roma
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Abitart
- Hotel San Anselmo
- Hotel Villa San Pio
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for metropolitan services
- Metro: Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Viale Cavour.
- Ristorante Ca' d'Frara
- Trattoria Il Cucco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Touring
- Hotel Carlton
- Hotel Annunziata
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and intercity trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity connections
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