Cities Near Ferrara
Cities near Ferrara, Italy: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bologna, Imola, Modena. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Ferrara, Italy is Bologna, about 28 mi (44 km) away — roughly 53 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bologna | 28 mi / 44 km | 53 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Imola | 33 mi / 54 km | 1 hr | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Modena | 37 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Carpi Centro | 37 mi / 59 km | 1 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ravenna | 41 mi / 66 km | 1 hr 13 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Padova | 41 mi / 67 km | 1 hr 14 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Forlì | 47 mi / 76 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Vicenza | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reggio nell'Emilia | 49 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Verona | 51 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Ferrara
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bologna, Imola, Modena, Carpi Centro, Ravenna. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Ferrara include Bologna, Imola, Modena, Carpi Centro, Ravenna. The closest is Bologna, about 28 miles (44 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.