The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Prato Centrale
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 1 m
Average duration
1 h 7 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna 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 to Prato Centrale will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bologna for Prato Centrale on Tue, Dec 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 1 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 12 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Prato Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna 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 59m. 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 (71 km)
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€16 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bologna to Prato Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Prato Centrale trains for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8503+ TUSCANY LINE 18490 | 9:47 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 10:58 AM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9311+ Tuscany Line 18512 | 10:12 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 11:28 AM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ TUSCANY LINE 18492 | 10:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 11:57 AM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9413+ Tuscany Line 18514 | 11:02 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 12:28 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18494 | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 12:57 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18293+ Intercity 588 | 11:27 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h23 | 12:50 PM Prato Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 | 12:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 1:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 | 12:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 1:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Tuscany Line 18472 | 12:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 1:57 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17831 | 1:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 2:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17831 | 1:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 2:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h03 | 2:58 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17833 | 2:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 3:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17833 | 2:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 3:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17835 | 2:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 3:47 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17835 | 2:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 3:47 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17837 | 3:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 4:21 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17837 | 3:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h05 | 4:21 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 | 3:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 4:10 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ Tuscany Line 18480 | 3:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 4:57 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9427+ Regionale Veloce 18684 | 4:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 5:10 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17839 | 4:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 5:21 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17839 | 4:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h05 | 5:21 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594 | 4:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h47 | 5:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ TUSCANY LINE 18482 | 4:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 5:57 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17843 | 5:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 6:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17843 | 5:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 6:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17845 | 5:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 6:47 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17845 | 5:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 6:47 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 7:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 | 6:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 7:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8529+ TUSCANY LINE 18486 | 6:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 7:57 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 599 | 7:06 PM Bologna Centrale | 0h57 | 8:03 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9329+ TUSCANY LINE 18534 | 7:12 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 8:28 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17851 | 7:35 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 8:50 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17851 | 7:46 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h04 | 8:50 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437+ Tuscany Line 18536 | 8:02 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 9:28 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567+ Regionale 17852 | 8:27 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 9:48 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17853 | 9:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 10:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17853 | 9:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 1h01 | 10:17 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Prato Centrale
Trains from Bologna to Prato Centrale run on average 29 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:27, the last at 20:16. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (71 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 44 miles (71 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 04:27 |
Last train 20:16 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo from Bologna to Prato Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Prato Centrale from $7 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Intercity
Frecciarossa
Intercity Notte
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Prato Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna to Prato Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prato Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bologna to Prato Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via del Romito.
- Ristorante Il Mercato
- Osteria Su Santa Trinita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel President
- Art Hotel Museo
- Wall Art Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Florence, Bologna, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity services
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