Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ferrara travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ferrara

With a population of 92,802, Ferrara is a must-see destination in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ferrara to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Ferrara

Ferrara in January
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ferrara in January
Estimated hotel price
£57
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ferrara

Plane

Although Ferrara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 42 km from Ferrara. The shortest flight to Ferrara from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Ferrara, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Ferrara to Florence takes 1h 28m and costs around £8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about £25 for a 2h 03m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Ferrara Pontelagoscuro is the busiest station in Ferrara. Another popular train station is Ferrara Gaibanella, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ferrara is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 203 km from Ferrara. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ferrara, including Itabus, FlixBus and Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Ferrara takes 129 km and will cost you around £10. From Rimini, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 169 km. The most popular bus station is Ferrara Autogrill Po est, located 7 km from the city centre of Ferrara. Ferrara Uscita A13 is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Ferrara doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ), which is located 42 km from Ferrara. The shortest flight to Ferrara from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 2h 05m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Ferrara, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Ferrara to Florence takes 1h 28m and costs around £8 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Rome, expect to pay about £25 for a 2h 03m trip. Located 5 km from the city centre, Ferrara Pontelagoscuro is the busiest station in Ferrara. Another popular train station is Ferrara Gaibanella, located 7 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Ferrara is to pick up a car hire from Milan, which is about 203 km from Ferrara. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Milan.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ferrara, including Itabus, FlixBus and Bus. From Florence, the bus ride to Ferrara takes 129 km and will cost you around £10. From Rimini, the ticket costs about £14 for a journey of 169 km. The most popular bus station is Ferrara Autogrill Po est, located 7 km from the city centre of Ferrara. Ferrara Uscita A13 is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.

Airports near Ferrara

BLQBologna Guglielmo Marconi
VCEVenice Marco Polo
FLRFlorence Peretola

Airlines serving Ferrara

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ferrara

Average rates range from around £68 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £69 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ferrara

Most booked hotels in Ferrara

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Hotel Orologio
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£90+
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Best Western Palace Inn Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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B&B Hotel Ferrara
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£49+
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Hiring a car in Ferrara

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Ferrara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.19 and £22.91. The most frequently booked car type in Ferrara is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Ferrara (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.19 and £22.91. The most frequently booked car type in Ferrara is Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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