Madrid to Ferrara by bus
Ferrara lies 1,344 km (835 mi) north-east of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 24 h 22 min including stops, over roughly 1,640 km (1,019 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Ferrara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Italy |
| Population | 3.3 million | 132,009 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 44121–44124 |
What changes when you arrive in Ferrara
Crossing from Spain into Italy: sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type L; the dialling code becomes +39; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q11185210.
Where to book buses from Madrid to Ferrara
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Staying in Ferrara
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Common questions
How far is Ferrara from Madrid?
1,344 km (835 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madrid; by road roughly 1,640 km (1,019 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Ferrara by bus?
About 24 h 22 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Ferrara?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ferrara?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.