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

The cheapest way to get from Switzerland to Ferrara is to bus via Milan which costs €20 - €75 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Switzerland to Ferrara is to fly and train which takes 4h 21m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Switzerland and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct bus from Switzerland to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Zürich and arriving at Ferrara Autostazione via Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio, Modena Stazione Fs and Cento Autostazione. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Switzerland and Ferrara?

No, there is no direct train from Switzerland to Ferrara. However, there are services departing from Zürich Stadelhofen and arriving at Ferrara via Zug, Lugano, Milano Centrale and Bologna Centrale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Switzerland to Ferrara?

The distance between Switzerland and Ferrara is 526 km. The road distance is 493.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Switzerland to Ferrara without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €85 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Switzerland to Ferrara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Ferrara bus from?

Switzerland to Ferrara bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, depart from Zürich station.

Where do I catch the Switzerland to Ferrara train from?

Switzerland to Ferrara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Zürich Stadelhofen station.

Train or bus from Switzerland to Ferrara?

The best way to get from Switzerland to Ferrara is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs €85 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus via Milan, which costs €20 - €75 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Switzerland to Ferrara bus arrive?

Switzerland to Ferrara bus services, operated by Gruppo Di Maio, arrive at Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgilio station.

Where does the Switzerland to Ferrara train arrive?

Switzerland to Ferrara train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zug station.

Can I drive from Switzerland to Ferrara?

Yes, the driving distance between Switzerland to Ferrara is 494 km. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Switzerland to Ferrara.

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

Book your Switzerland to Ferrara train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ferrara?

There are 468+ hotels available in Ferrara.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Switzerland to Ferrara by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Zugtrain S5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Luganotrain Ec / ...
3. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
5. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
6h 57m
€89–205
Bus via Milan
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus 107 / ...
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Bologna Centralebus 421 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bologna Autostazione to Kennedybus 356
8h 33m
€21–73
Drive 493.8 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Ferraracar 493.8 km
5h 54m
€84–122
Fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)plane ZRH - BLQ
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain
4h 21m
€89–259
Train via Como
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Como S. Giovannitrain Ec
2. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centraletrain S11
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Bologna Centraletrain
4. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Ferraratrain Fr
7h 29m
€104–231
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zürich to Modena Casello A1 Nord Viale Virgiliobus
12h 7m
€46–69
Fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)plane ZRH - VCE
2. Take the train from Venezia Mestre to Ferraratrain
4h 54m
€92–272
Fly to Florence Peretola Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)plane ZRH - FLR
2. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Ferraratrain
5h 55m
€103–280

Switzerland to Ferrara by train

113Weekly Trains

6h 57mAverage Duration

€89Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Switzerland to Ferrara.

Launch map view

Distance: 526.2 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Switzerland and Ferrara, Italy?

You can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Ferrara via Zug, Lugano, Milano Centrale, and Bologna Centrale in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich Stadelhofen to Kennedy via Zürich HB, Zurich Bus Station, Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano, and Bologna Autostazione in around 8h 33m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Italy

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.