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

The cheapest way to get from Milan to Ferrara is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Milan to Ferrara is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Milan and Ferrara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano and arriving at Ferrara. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Milan and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct train from Milan to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Milano Centrale and arriving at Ferrara via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Milan to Ferrara?

The distance between Milan and Ferrara is 259 km. The road distance is 240.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Milan to Ferrara without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Milan to Ferrara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milan to Ferrara bus from?

Milan to Ferrara bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano station.

Where do I catch the Milan to Ferrara train from?

Milan to Ferrara train services, operated by ItaloTreno, depart from Milano Centrale station.

Train or bus from Milan to Ferrara?

The best way to get from Milan to Ferrara is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs €27 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus via Bologna, which costs €9 - €28 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Milan to Ferrara bus arrive?

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

Where does the Milan to Ferrara train arrive?

Milan to Ferrara train services, operated by ItaloTreno, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Milan to Ferrara?

Yes, the driving distance between Milan to Ferrara is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Milan to Ferrara.

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

Book your Milan to Ferrara train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Ferrara?

There are 463+ hotels available in Ferrara.

Can I share a ride from Milan to Ferrara?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Milan and Ferrara. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Milan to Ferrara - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Milan to Ferrara by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain 9941 / ...
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
1h 52m
€28–77
Bus via Bologna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milano, San Donato M3 to Bologna Centralebus N550 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bologna Autostazione to Kennedybus 356
4h 9m
€9–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Milan to Ferrararideshare 240.7 km
3h 13m
€15
Train via Milan Centrale
1. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
1h 54m
€19–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Ferrarabus 423
4h 20m
€21–30
Drive 240.8 km
1. Drive from Milan to Ferraracar 240.8 km
2h 51m
€38–54

Milan to Ferrara by train

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Milan to Ferrara.

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Distance: 259.5 km
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a train from Milano Centrale to Ferrara via Bologna Centrale in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Milano, San Donato M3 to Kennedy via Bologna Autostazione in around 4h 9m.

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