The average train between Ferrara and Lugano takes 3h 58m and the fastest train takes 3h 16m. There is a train service every few hours from Ferrara to Lugano. 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 hourly between Ferrara and Lugano. The earliest departure is at 7:29 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ferrara is at 9:11 PM which arrives into Lugano at 6:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Bologna Centrale and take an average of 3h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ferrara to Lugano? 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 Ferrara to Lugano. However, there are services departing from Ferrara station and arriving at Lugano station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.
Ferrara to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Ferrara station.
Ferrara to Lugano train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Lugano station.
Book your Ferrara to Lugano train tickets online with Trenitalia, Trenitalia Frecce and 3 other operators.
The distance between Ferrara and Lugano is 245.1 km. The road distance is 336 km.
You can take a train from Ferrara to Lugano via Bologna Centrale and Milano Centrale in around 3h 38m.