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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale
Showing times and prices for Feb 04
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
9
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 $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Fast buses
Of the 9 buses that leave Bologna Centrale for Prato Centrale on Wed, Feb 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m 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.
02:00PM1h00
Bologna Centrale03:00PMPrato Centrale
$71One-way
0 transfers
12:00PM0h50
Bologna Centrale12:50PMPrato Centrale
$91One-way
0 transfers
11:30AM1h10
Bologna Centrale12:40PMPrato Centrale
$91One-way
0 transfers
07:00AM1h10
Bologna Centrale08:10AMPrato Centrale
$111One-way
0 transfers
11:00AM1h10
Bologna Centrale12:10PMPrato Centrale
$111One-way
0 transfers
12:00PM0h50
Bologna Centrale12:50PMPrato Centrale
$91One-way
0 transfers
02:00PM1h00
Bologna Centrale03:00PMPrato Centrale
$71One-way
0 transfers
11:30AM1h10
Bologna Centrale12:40PMPrato Centrale
$91One-way
0 transfers
07:00AM1h10
Bologna Centrale08:10AMPrato Centrale
$111One-way
0 transfers
11:00AM1h10
Bologna Centrale12:10PMPrato Centrale
$111One-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 €6. 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 €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€8 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:44PM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Regionale | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Busitalia | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Marino Autolinee | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 1h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:54PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 1h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at 5:48 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:15 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h20 | 8:35 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h55 | 8:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 9:40 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h35 | 11:15 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
| Autobus TTPER B0401 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 9:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0403 | 9:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0405 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 11:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI681 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 12:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Itabus as well as Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, FlixBus and more offer buses services from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale.
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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 $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 16 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 $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 22:50 |
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, Infobus, FlixBus from Bologna Centrale to Prato CentraleYou can travel by bus between Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $8 (€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 49m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Itabus frequency
12 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.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Infobus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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
14 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.
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.
Cheap bus tickets from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale can start from as little as $8 (€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 16 direct buses a day from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, FlixBus. 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, Infobus, FlixBus 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, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale for bus company Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, FlixBus.
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.
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, Infobus, 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, Infobus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale with the following bus company: Itabus, Appennino Shuttle, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, FlixBus.
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