- Must visit
Uffizi Galleries
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
15 m
Average duration
15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
18 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prato to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Florence will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Prato for Florence on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 15 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 Prato to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $3, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$6 Average price | $4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Prato to Florence:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prato to Florence costing on average $6 (€5).
Other travel options to Florence take longer:
Bus takes on average 31m.
You'll arrive about 6m sooner (31m by bus vs 37m by car). Tickets start at around $6 (€5) compared to roughly $6 (€5) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by BlaBlaCar, Itabus, FlixBus, C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Florence buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:30 PM Prato | 0h40 | 3:10 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Prato | 0h20 | 5:30 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Prato | 0h30 | 7:50 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Prato | 0h30 | 7:50 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0h15 | 6:00 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0h15 | 6:25 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0h15 | 8:50 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Prato to Florence run on average 6 times per day, taking around 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) but you can travel from only $3 (€3) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 15m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average bus duration 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 15m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Florence’s premier art museum, famed for Renaissance masterpieces by Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo, and Raphael. One of Italy’s essential museum visits.
Best known for Michelangelo’s David, this museum also holds important Florentine paintings and sculpture. Advance booking is strongly advisable.
Vast palace museum complex with royal apartments, Palatine Gallery, and decorative arts. A major stop for art, Medici history, and grand interiors.
Florence’s monumental heart, where the cathedral, baptistery, and bell tower stand together. Essential for first-time visitors and photographers.
Historic civic square filled with sculpture and dominated by Palazzo Vecchio. One of the city’s most important and lively public spaces.
Florence’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media for its sweeping skyline panorama.
A Thick-Cut T-Bone Steak From Chianina Beef, Grilled Rare Over Coals. It Is Florence’s Signature Dish And A Classic Of Tuscan Cuisine.
A Traditional Florentine Street Food Made From The Fourth Stomach Of The Cow, Slow-Cooked In Broth And Served In A Roll, Often With Green Sauce.
A Rustic Tomato, Bread, Garlic, And Olive Oil Soup. It Is A Beloved Tuscan Dish That Turns Stale Bread Into Rich Comfort Food.
A Michelin-Starred Restaurant Offering Refined Tuscan Cuisine With Creative Technique, Elegant Service, And A Contemporary Fine-Dining Atmosphere.
A Small, Long-Running Florentine Favorite Known For Traditional Cooking, Especially Butter Chicken And Simple Tuscan Classics In An Old-School Setting.
A Historic, Casual Trattoria Near Mercato Centrale, Famous For Bistecca Alla Fiorentina, Tuscan Soups, And A Lively Local Atmosphere.
Generally moderate for Italy: museums and central hotels cost more, while casual food and coffee remain fairly affordable.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Tipping is not required, but leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes or 5-10% for excellent restaurant service is appreciated.
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Scandicci Villa Costanza, Florence -> Firenze Santa Maria Novella, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Florence buses use the Prato, Piazzale Del Museo to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato and Florence bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).
Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.
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