The average train between Parma and Ferrara takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Parma 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 Parma and Ferrara. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Parma is at 8:43 PM which arrives into Ferrara at 10:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Parma to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Parma station and arriving at Ferrara station via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
Parma to Ferrara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Parma station.
Parma to Ferrara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Ferrara station.
Book your Parma to Ferrara train tickets online with Trenitalia Intercity, Trenitalia Frecce and 2 other operators.
The distance between Parma and Ferrara is 102.2 km. The road distance is 137 km.
You can take a train from Parma to Ferrara via Bologna Centrale in around 1h 46m.