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

The cheapest way to get from Parma to Ferrara is to bus which costs €8 - €27 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parma to Ferrara is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Parma and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct bus from Parma station to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Parma Bus Station and arriving at Kennedy via Bologna Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Parma and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct train from Parma to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Parma and arriving at Ferrara via Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Parma to Ferrara?

The distance between Parma and Ferrara is 137 km. The road distance is 137.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parma to Ferrara without a car is to train via Bologna which takes 1h 54m and costs €13 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Parma to Ferrara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parma to Ferrara bus from?

Parma to Ferrara bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., depart from Parma Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Parma to Ferrara train from?

Parma to Ferrara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, depart from Parma station.

Train or bus from Parma to Ferrara?

The best way to get from Parma to Ferrara is to train via Bologna which takes 1h 54m and costs €13 - €95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €27 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Parma to Ferrara bus arrive?

Parma to Ferrara bus services, operated by Itabus S.p.A., arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Where does the Parma to Ferrara train arrive?

Parma to Ferrara train services, operated by Trenitalia Intercity, arrive at Bologna Centrale station.

Can I drive from Parma to Ferrara?

Yes, the driving distance between Parma to Ferrara is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Parma to Ferrara.

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

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Where can I stay near Ferrara?

There are 463+ hotels available in Ferrara.

Parma to Ferrara - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Parma to Ferrara by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or 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 via Bologna
best
1. Take the train from Parma to Bologna Centraletrain Ic
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
1h 54m
€13–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parma Bus Station to Bologna Centralebus Itabus
2. Take the bus from Bologna Autostazione to Kennedybus 356
2h 54m
€9–27
Drive 137.6 km
1. Drive from Parma to Ferraracar 137.6 km
1h 29m
€22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Parma to Suzzaratrain
2. Take the train from Suzzara to Ferraratrain
3h 56m

Parma to Ferrara by train

129Weekly Trains

1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

You can take a train from Parma to Ferrara via Bologna Centrale in around 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parma Bus Station to Kennedy via Bologna Autostazione in around 2h 54m.

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