The average train between Zurich and Ferrara takes 7h and the fastest train takes 5h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich to Ferrara. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Zurich and Ferrara. The earliest departure is at 7:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:05 PM which arrives into Ferrara at 9:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Lugano and take an average of 7h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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6h 17m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich to Ferrara? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Ferrara station via Lugano station, Milano Centrale station and Bologna Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.
Zurich to Ferrara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Ferrara train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Ferrara station.
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The distance between Zurich and Ferrara is 367.5 km. The road distance is 494 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Ferrara via Lugano, Milano Centrale, and Bologna centrale in around 5h 59m.