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

The cheapest way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul is to train and bus which costs 6.000 ₺ - 7.500 ₺ and takes 23h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul is to train and fly which takes 6h 23m and costs 4.400 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct train between Ferrara and Istanbul?

No, there is no direct train from Ferrara to Istanbul. However, there are services departing from Ferrara and arriving at Yenikapi via Venezia Mestre, Wien Hbf, Bucharest and Halkali. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 16m.

How far is it from Ferrara to Istanbul?

The distance between Ferrara and Istanbul is 1558 km. The road distance is 1784.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferrara to Istanbul without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 27m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 7.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Ferrara to Istanbul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferrara to Istanbul train from?

Ferrara to Istanbul train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Ferrara station.

What is the time difference between Ferrara and Istanbul?

Istanbul is 2h ahead of Ferrara. It is currently 11:26 PM in Ferrara and 1:26 AM in Istanbul.

Where does the Ferrara to Istanbul train arrive?

Ferrara to Istanbul train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Venezia Mestre station.

Can I drive from Ferrara to Istanbul?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferrara to Istanbul is 1784 km. It takes approximately 16h 37m to drive from Ferrara to Istanbul.

Where can I stay near Istanbul?

There are 4352+ hotels available in Istanbul.

Ferrara to Istanbul - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Ferrara to Istanbul by train, plane, bus, car, car train, or night train

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

Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Istanbul
best
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul (IST)plane BLQ - IST
6h 23m
₺4,431–12,080
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Padovatrain Fr
2. Take the bus from Padova Autostazione to Beograd, Autobuska stanicabus
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to İstanbul Esenlerbus
23h 27m
₺6,089–7,430
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Ferrara to Villach Hbf/Bbfcar
2. Take the car train from Villach Hbf/Bbf to Edirnecartrain
3. Drive from Edirne to Istanbulcar
36h 59m
₺13,897–60,841
Drive 1,784.1 km
1. Drive from Ferrara to Istanbulcar 1,784.1 km
16h 37m
₺13,968–20,175
Train to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Bologna Centraletrain
2. Fly from Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane BLQ - SAW
6h 30m
₺6,144–15,101
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Istanbul
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Istanbul (IST)plane VCE - IST
6h 57m
₺5,082–15,257
Train to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane VCE - SAW
7h 4m
₺5,595–15,278
Train, bus via Sofia
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
2. Take the bus from Venezia, Viale Stazione to Sofiabus
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus
28h 27m
₺7,582–11,257
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ferrara Piazzale della Stazione to Sofiabus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Halkalıtrain
33h 54m
₺5,448–8,617
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Ferrara to Venezia Mestretrain Fr
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
4. Take the night train from Bucharest to Halkalinighttrain
38h 16m
₺16,010–25,102

Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Istanbul (IST) flights

21Weekly Planes

2h 41mAverage Duration

₺6,044Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ferrara to Istanbul.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,558.2 km
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Ferrara, Italy and Istanbul, Turkey?

There is no direct connection from Ferrara to Istanbul. However, you can take the train to Bologna Centrale, take the train to Bologna Airport, walk to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) airport, fly to Istanbul (IST), walk to Istanbul Airport, take the train to Gayrettepe, then take the train to Vezneciler. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ferrara to İstanbul Esenler via Padova, Padova Autostazione, and Beograd, Autobuska stanica in around 23h 27m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Türkiye

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.