Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale bus with Itabus

Sat, Mar 21
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

$6

Average price

$14

Fastest journey

30 m

Average duration

44 m

Buses per day

59

Distance

72 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.

Fast buses

Of the 59 buses that leave Bologna Centrale for Prato Centrale on Sat, Mar 21, 59 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .

On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

BlaBlaCar
11:00AM0h40
Bologna Centrale
11:40AMPrato Centrale
$61One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
07:20PM0h40
Bologna Centrale
08:00PMPrato Centrale
$61One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
03:10PM0h30
Bologna Centrale
03:40PMPrato Centrale
$61One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
01:00PM0h50
Bologna Centrale
01:50PMPrato Centrale
$81One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
11:00AM1h00
Bologna Centrale
12:00PMPrato Centrale
$81One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $10.

Distance: 44 miles (72 km)

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Bus
Most popular
Train

$10

Average price

Cheapest

$18

Average price

2h 5m

Average total duration

1h 35m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Appennino Shuttle

Most popular bus company

Regionale

Most popular train company

Direct Options

Direct Options

Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:00AM
Arrival Time
02:15AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:15AM
Arrival Time
04:45AM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:25AM
Arrival Time
05:40AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:15AM
Arrival Time
06:35AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:20AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Marino Autolinee
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
08:35AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:15AM
Arrival Time
08:30AM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:45AM
Arrival Time
09:05AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
09:20AM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:35AM
Arrival Time
10:25AM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:50AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:55AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
09:10AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
BlaBlaCar Bus
Departure Time
09:25AM
Arrival Time
10:45AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
09:45AM
Arrival Time
11:05AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
11:55AM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:45AM
Arrival Time
12:35PM
Duration
1h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:55AM
Arrival Time
12:15PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
11:40AM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
12:55PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
12:10PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:20AM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$17
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
11:20AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:45AM
Arrival Time
01:05PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Regionale
Departure Time
12:10PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:15PM
Arrival Time
01:35PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
12:25PM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
0h50
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
01:10PM
Arrival Time
02:20PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:35PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
1h55
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
03:10PM
Arrival Time
03:40PM
Duration
0h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
04:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:50PM
Arrival Time
05:10PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:25PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h25
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:50PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:40PM
Arrival Time
06:20PM
Duration
1h40
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$12
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:50PM
Arrival Time
06:05PM
Duration
1h15
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$15
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:20PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
1h30
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
05:50PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Tue
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:20PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
1h00
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:10PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:40PM
Arrival Time
08:15PM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
07:05PM
Arrival Time
08:25PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:20PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$6
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
08:10PM
Duration
0h40
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$7
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:35PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:40PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
Busitalia
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$20
Operator
BlaBlaCar
Departure Time
08:40PM
Arrival Time
09:50PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Fri
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:15PM
Arrival Time
10:35PM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:40PM
Arrival Time
11:25PM
Duration
1h45
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$10
Operator
Marino Autolinee
Departure Time
11:40PM
Arrival Time
01:15AM
Duration
1h35
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$31
Operator
Itabus
Departure Time
11:50PM
Arrival Time
01:10AM
Duration
1h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:54PM
Arrival Time
01:05AM
Duration
1h11
Departure days
Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$18

Live departures

Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale buses for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 8:31 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:00 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
10:25 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee05510:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
12:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab241310:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
12:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h11
12:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:54 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h36
12:30 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 transfersDirect
Saturday, March 21
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
1:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h40
1:40 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h30
3:45 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
2h00
4:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
4:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
5:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab11216:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
7:30 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee1306:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
8:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:35 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
9:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:10 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab27298:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
9:45 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
itab27298:10 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
10:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
blablacarbus947638:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab24998:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:05 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
10:20 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h50
11:35 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
11:15 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h25
11:45 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab272310:20 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
11:40 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus10:45 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
12:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
12:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
12:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab380111:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
1:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab380111:25 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h29
12:54 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h55
2:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab21251:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
2:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab27972:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab38112:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
3:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus2:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
4:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h25
4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab38033:30 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
4:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h40
5:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus3:50 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h15
5:05 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:20 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h30
5:50 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab27055:00 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:10 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
6:30 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h35
7:15 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
itab34916:05 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
7:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:35 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
8:20 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
8:00 PM Florence, Guidoni Tram T20 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:40 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
8:25 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h45
10:00 PM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:15 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
1h20
9:35 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale

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Buses from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest bus covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 20m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
44 miles (72 km)
Average bus duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$7 (€6)
Buses per day
16
Direct buses
15
Fastest bus
1h 20m
First bus
00:50
Last bus
22:50
Cheapest month
May
Cheapest day
Sat
High season
Jan - Mar
Low season
Apr - Jun
Busiest day
Sat
Least busy day
Fri
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus from Bologna Centrale to Prato CentraleYou can travel by bus between Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus for as low as $7 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Itabus

About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$7 (€6)
Itabus frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Appennino Shuttle

About
Appennino Shuttle is an Italian bus company based in Florence, offering daily airport transfer services between Bologna Airport and major cities like Florence and Calenzano. Their services run year-round, with buses available from early morning until late evening, departing every 10-20 minutes towards the airport. Appennino Shuttle also provides rental buses for larger groups. Passengers can expect amenities such as air-conditioning and ample luggage space, with some newer buses offering Wi-Fi. Tickets can be booked online, and e-tickets are accepted.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
$25 (€20)
Appennino Shuttle frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs permitted.

Marino Autolinee

About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€7)
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

TTI Leonettibus

About
TTI Leonettibus is an Italian bus company established in 1999, specializing in long-distance bus lines and GT (Gran Turismo) coach tourism. They operate a fleet of modern buses, including Gran Turismo coaches and minibuses, with a focus on comfort, safety, and punctuality. TTI Leonettibus offers routes connecting various Italian cities, including direct services to Rome (Tiburtina and Fiumicino Airport) from locations like Fisciano, Salerno, Cava de' Tirreni, Nocera Inferiore, and Angri. They also have a ministerial line from Fisciano to Milan, with stops in Rome, Florence, Modena, and Bologna, and seasonal summer routes to destinations like Gallipoli. The company is also involved in organizing transfers for cruise ship tourists and school groups.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
22h 0m
TTI Leonettibus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 20kg and one small shoulder bag for the overhead compartment are included.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage is allowed if space permits, upon payment of an extra ticket.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be changed once for a fee of €1.00 up to 15 minutes before departure, or refunded with a 10% penalty if requested within 24 hours before departure.
Refund
A 100% refund is provided if the ticket is canceled anytime before departure.
Unaccompagned minor
Minors under 14 are not allowed to travel unaccompanied, while those aged 14-18 require written authorization from a parent or guardian.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Bikes
Electric bicycle and scooter batteries must be detached from the frame and kept by the owner; transport is free of charge.

FAQs: Bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prato Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale can start from as little as $7 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale is $10 (€8) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale is 1h 20m to travel the 44 miles (72 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale leaves at 12:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale leaves at 10:50 PM.
Yes, there are 15 direct buses a day from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale, you can count on Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus for the best way to get you to Prato Centrale. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Prato Centrale from Bologna Centrale is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 20m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
  • Itabus
    • Assistance
    • Dedicated seating areas
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale for bus company Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale depends on the bus companies:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
  • Itabus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
  • Marino Autolinee
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • Itabus
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
  • Itabus
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale. The following conditions apply:
  • Appennino Shuttle
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • guide dogs permitted.
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
  • Itabus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, TTI Leonettibus.

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