How far is Ferrara from Bologna?

The distance separating Ferrara and Bologna is 44 miles (70 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ferrara to Bologna?

Most of the buses traveling from Ferrara to Bologna leave from Ferrara Bus Station and arrive at Bologna. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Once in Bologna, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Terme San Luca - Pluricenter, Torre Degli Asinelli and Torre Della Garisenda, Basilica of San Domenico, Bologna’s town hall and Golf Club Bologna.

Bus Ferrara to Bologna from $3 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:00pm	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	11:45pm	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	11:00pm	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	11:45pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures for Ferrara to Bologna on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	10:45pm	Ferrara Bus Station	35m	11:20pm	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	10:25pm	Ferrara Bus Station	50m	11:15pm	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	1:00am	Ferrara Bus Station	45m	1:45am	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:19 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Ferrara to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour and with fares starting at just $7, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1hAverage Duration

28 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $18	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$8 - $154	Average Duration32m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$7 - $7	Average Duration1h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Ferrara and Bologna?

Stops in Ferrara

A
Ferrara Bus Station
Via Renzo Felisatti, 24, 44122 Ferrara FE, Italy
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B
Ferrara Autogrill Po est
A13 Bologna - Padova, 44123 Ferrara FE, Italy
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C
Ferrara Stazione Uscita A13
Uscita Casello Ferrara Nord A13, , 44123 Ferrara, , Italy

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

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Itabus

4/5946 reviews

Staff4.3

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ferrara to Bologna by bus

How far is Ferrara from Bologna?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ferrara to Bologna?
What are the best sights and things to do in Bologna?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/19

$3

11/20

$5

Today

$3

11/22

$4

11/23

$4

11/24

$4

11/25

$4

11/26

$3

The cheapest trip from Ferrara to Bologna was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $3

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ferrara to Bologna, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $3 to $14 for a bus ticket from Ferrara to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $3 which is on 2025-11-26.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.