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

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Ferrara is to bus which costs €30 - €75 and takes 18h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Ferrara is to fly and train which takes 5h 5m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Barcelona Carrer de Ribes and arriving at Ferrara via Padua. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Ferrara via Lyon Part Dieu, Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Ferrara?

The distance between Barcelona and Ferrara is 901 km. The road distance is 1173.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Barcelona to Ferrara without a car is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs €130 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Barcelona to Ferrara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Ferrara bus from?

Barcelona to Ferrara bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Barcelona Carrer de Ribes station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Ferrara train from?

Barcelona to Ferrara train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train or bus from Barcelona to Ferrara?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Ferrara is to train which takes 13h 22m and costs €130 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 18h 40m.

Where does the Barcelona to Ferrara bus arrive?

Barcelona to Ferrara bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Padua Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi station.

Where does the Barcelona to Ferrara train arrive?

Barcelona to Ferrara train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Ferrara?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Ferrara is 1173 km. It takes approximately 11h 13m to drive from Barcelona to Ferrara.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Ferrara?

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Barcelona to Ferrara - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car ferry

There are 8 ways to get from Barcelona to Ferrara by plane, train, train (Renfe, Trenitalia), bus, car ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane BCN - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain
5h 5m
€35–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barcelona Carrer de Ribes to Padua Via Fra' Paolo Sarpibus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Padua to Ferrarabus N544 / ...
18h 40m
€34–72
Train
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieutrain
2. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Milano Centraletrain Fr
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
13h 22m
€137–283
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Padovabus
2. Take the train from Padova to Ferraratrain Fr
17h 44m
€67–94
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Port de Barcelona to Port of Genoacarferry
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to Piacenzatrain Ic
3. Take the train from Piacenza to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
26h 53m
€111–216
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane BCN - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Ferraratrain
5h 41m
€41–160
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane BCN - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Ferraratrain
6h 33m
€63–188
Drive 1,173.1 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Ferraracar 1,173.1 km
11h 13m
€181–261

Barcelona to Ferrara by train

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13h 22mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Barcelona to Ferrara.

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Distance: 900.6 km
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Ferrara, Italy?

You can take a train from Barcelona-Sants to Ferrara via Lyon Part Dieu, Milano Centrale, and Bologna Centrale in around 13h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barcelona Carrer de Ribes to Ferrara via Padua in around 18h 40m.

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