What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Ferrara?

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Ferrara is to bus which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Florence to Ferrara?

The fastest way to get from Florence to Ferrara is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Florence and Ferrara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station station and arriving at Ferrara. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Ferrara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Firenze Santa Maria Novella and arriving at Ferrara. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Florence to Ferrara?

The distance between Florence and Ferrara is 138 km. The road distance is 146.8 km.

How do I travel from Florence to Ferrara without a car?

The best way to get from Florence to Ferrara without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Florence to Ferrara?

The train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Ferrara takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Florence to Ferrara bus from?

Florence to Ferrara bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Florence to Ferrara train from?

Florence to Ferrara train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Firenze Santa Maria Novella station.

Train or bus from Florence to Ferrara?

The best way to get from Florence to Ferrara is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs €16 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 2h.

Where does the Florence to Ferrara bus arrive?

Florence to Ferrara bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Ferrara station.

Where does the Florence to Ferrara train arrive?

Florence to Ferrara train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Ferrara station.

Can I drive from Florence to Ferrara?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Ferrara is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Florence to Ferrara.

How do I get a train ticket from Florence to Ferrara?

Book your Florence to Ferrara train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Florence to Ferrara?

Book your Florence to Ferrara bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ferrara?

There are 494+ hotels available in Ferrara.

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There are 4 ways to get from Florence to Ferrara by train (Trenitalia), bus, night train, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Ferraratrain 8900 / ...
1h 8m
€16–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Ferrarabus N544
2h
€12–19
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Firenze Campo Marte to Ferraranighttrain Ini
2h 53m
€12–21
Drive 146.8 km
1. Drive from Florence to Ferraracar 146.8 km
1h 33m
€24–35

Florence to Ferrara by train

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Distance: 138.1 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Florence, Italy and Ferrara, Italy?

ItaloTreno operates a train from Firenze Santa Maria Novella to Ferrara hourly. Tickets cost €16–27 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Trenitalia Frecce also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Florence Villa Constanza Bus Station to Ferrara once daily. Tickets cost €12–19 and the journey takes 2h.

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