- Must visit
Centro per l'Arte Contemporanea Luigi Pecci
Prato's leading contemporary art museum, known for strong exhibitions, architecture, and a major role in Italy's modern art scene.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
231 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Prato is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Prato will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 4 buses that leave Milan for Prato on Wed, Aug 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 231 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Prato among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 143 miles (231 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $176 Average price | $98 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 20m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Prato:
A bus is $5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Prato costing on average $33.
A bus is $148 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Prato costing on average $176.
Other travel options to Prato take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
Flight takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around $28 compared to roughly $98 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $70. The journey takes 4h 6m versus 3h 23m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:54AM | Duration 4h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:54PM | Duration 4h09 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Itabus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Trenitalia | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 5h56 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Prato buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h45 | 12:35 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 9h35 | 7:55 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h35 | 4:30 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 3h45 | 4:30 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
FlixBus | 7:55 AM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 4h40 | 12:35 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Milan to Prato run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 143 miles (231 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 143 miles (231 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Prato — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Prato trip today.
Prato's leading contemporary art museum, known for strong exhibitions, architecture, and a major role in Italy's modern art scene.
Textile museum in a restored mill, explaining the industry that shaped Prato through machinery, fabrics, and design displays.
Prato's main civic museum, rich in Tuscan painting and sculpture, housed in a striking historic palace on Piazza del Comune.
Prato's central square and social heart, ideal for orienting yourself among the cathedral, cafes, and historic streets.
Historic civic square lined with major buildings and often animated by local events, making it a practical and scenic stop.
Linear green space along the Bisenzio, appreciated for walks, jogging, and a more local side of Prato beyond the monuments.
Biscotti di Prato, also called cantucci, are twice-baked almond biscuits traditionally served with Vin Santo. They are Prato's signature sweet and a classic local gift.
Mortadella di Prato is a historic local cold cut seasoned with spices and alchermes. Its distinctive aroma makes it one of the city's best-known traditional foods.
Sedani alla pratese is pasta with a slow-cooked meat ragù, often enriched with tomato and local flavors. It is a beloved Sunday-style dish in Prato homes.
Historic pastry shop famous for original Biscotti di Prato. A must-visit for local sweets, gifts, and a classic taste of the city's culinary identity.
Well-known traditional Tuscan restaurant serving hearty local dishes in a warm, rustic setting. Good choice for classic Prato and regional cooking.
Refined restaurant with a strong reputation for elegant Tuscan cuisine and attentive service. Suitable for a more polished dining experience in Prato.
Moderate for Tuscany. Hotels and dining cost less than Florence, while local transit and coffee remain fairly affordable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Service may be included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% at restaurants if service was good, and round up taxi fares.
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Piazzale Del Museo, Prato -> Prato Centrale, Prato
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Prato 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Milan to Prato buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Prato bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
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