Prato to Bologna train with Regionale

Thu, Jul 10
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Prato to Bologna

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$12

Average price

$29

Fastest journey

50 m

Average duration

54 m

Trains per day

39

Distance

71 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Prato to Bologna will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.

Fast trains

Of the 39 trains that leave Prato for Bologna on Thu, Jul 10, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 58 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.

RegionaleRegionale 17804
06:15AM1h14
Prato Centrale
07:29AMBologna Centrale
$121One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 17806
06:45AM1h10
Prato Centrale
07:55AMBologna Centrale
$121One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 17852
10:49PM1h01
Prato Centrale
11:50PMBologna Centrale
$121One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale TTPER 17814
08:43AM1h12
Prato Centrale
09:55AMBologna Centrale
$121One-way
0 transfers
RegionaleRegionale 17842
07:13PM1h12
Prato Centrale
08:25PMBologna Centrale
$121One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Prato to Bologna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato to Bologna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €5.

Distance: 43 miles (70 km)

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€9

Average price

Cheapest

€10

Average price

1h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 1m

Average total duration

1h 31m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Prato to Bologna train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, July 9
Last updated at 5:13 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
trenitaliaintIntercity 5965:52 PM Prato Centrale
0h50
6:42 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178446:13 PM Prato Centrale
1h07
7:20 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18531+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93286:30 PM Prato Centrale
1h18
7:48 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 178567:13 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
8:25 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178528:49 PM Prato Centrale
1h01
9:50 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178002:57 AM Prato Centrale
1h19
4:16 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178044:15 AM Prato Centrale
1h14
5:29 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 17806
On time
4:45 AM Prato Centrale
1h10
5:55 AM Bologna Centrale
0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178085:32 AM Prato Centrale
0h53
6:25 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178105:43 AM Prato Centrale
1h12
6:55 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 18503+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 85025:47 AM Prato Centrale
1h26
7:13 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale 18463+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95126:07 AM Prato Centrale
1h26
7:33 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaintIntercity 5806:33 AM Prato Centrale
1h05
7:38 AM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 17814
On time
6:43 AM Prato Centrale
1h12
7:55 AM Bologna Centrale
0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 18465+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9516
On time
7:01 AM Prato Centrale
1h32
8:33 AM Bologna Centrale
1 transfer
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18507+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9490
On time
7:30 AM Prato Centrale
1h28
8:58 AM Bologna Centrale
1 transfer
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18665+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 85067:42 AM Prato Centrale
1h31
9:13 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18467+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 9520
On time
8:01 AM Prato Centrale
1h32
9:33 AM Bologna Centrale
1 transfer
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18509+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 93088:30 AM Prato Centrale
1h18
9:48 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18669+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 8508
On time
8:42 AM Prato Centrale
1h31
10:13 AM Bologna Centrale
1 transfer
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18489+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95249:01 AM Prato Centrale
1h32
10:33 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregTUSCANY LINE 18511+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 93109:30 AM Prato Centrale
1h18
10:48 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18671+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 1000 85099:42 AM Prato Centrale
1h31
11:13 AM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18673+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 953210:42 AM Prato Centrale
1h51
12:33 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale 17828
On time
11:40 AM Prato Centrale
1h15
12:55 PM Bologna Centrale
0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaintIntercity 58811:52 AM Prato Centrale
0h55
12:47 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 1783012:13 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
1:25 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale TTPER 1785012:43 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
1:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18491+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95401:01 PM Prato Centrale
1h32
2:33 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale 178341:40 PM Prato Centrale
1h15
2:55 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaintIntercity 5901:52 PM Prato Centrale
0h58
2:50 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18475+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95442:01 PM Prato Centrale
1h32
3:33 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale 17836
On time
2:43 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
3:55 PM Bologna Centrale
0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18493+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95883:01 PM Prato Centrale
1h32
4:33 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaregRegionale 18849 · Tuscany Line 4044+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95883:04 PM Prato Centrale
1h29
4:33 PM Bologna Centrale2 transfers
trenitaliaregRegionale 17838
On time
3:43 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
4:55 PM Bologna Centrale
0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregTuscany Line 18497+frecciarossaFRECCIAROSSA 95524:01 PM Prato Centrale
1h32
5:33 PM Bologna Centrale1 transfer
trenitaliaintIntercity 5925:01 PM Prato Centrale
0h55
5:56 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect
trenitaliaregRegionale 178425:13 PM Prato Centrale
1h12
6:25 PM Bologna Centrale0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Prato to Bologna?

The best time to book your train from Prato to Bologna is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Prato to Bologna route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Prato to Bologna per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Prato to Bologna.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Prato to Bologna

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Trains from Prato to Bologna run on average 31 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€8) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)
Distance
43 miles (70 km)
Average train duration
1h 5m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€8)
Trains per day
31
Direct trains
12
Fastest train
1h 1m
First train
00:30
Last train
23:30
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $6 (€5)

Train providers: Regionale, Intercity and Frecciarossa from Prato to Bologna trains

Buy your official Regionale, Intercity and Frecciarossa train tickets between Prato and Bologna from $10 (€8) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Regionale is the regional train service of national carrier Trenitalia connecting all of Italy. It is the most convinient way to travel to both big cities and the smallest villages all over the Italian country. The regional trains have different names depending on the region they serve, such as Treno Regionale Veloce (TRV) and Treno Regionale Lento (TRL). Treno Rock and Treno pop are the two new trains part of Trenitalia regionale fleet. Trenitalia Regionale offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets (economy and standard), return tickets, and season tickets. The most popular routes for Regionale are between Rome and Milan, Naples and Florence, and Turin and Venice.

Regionale from Prato to Bologna train information:

  • Average Duration: 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $10
  • Regionale frequency: 10 a day

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Prato to Bologna

Prato
Bologna
The major train station for departures in Prato is Prato Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prato Centrale for your trip from Prato to Bologna.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via del Romito.
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Il Mercato
  • Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel President
  • Art Hotel Museo
  • Wall Art Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Florence, Bologna, and other regional destinations
Public transit options for Prato Centrale
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Regional and intercity services
The major train station for arrivals in Bologna is Bologna Mazzini. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna Mazzini for your journey to Bologna from Prato.
Bologna MazziniParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
  • Closed on Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available near the station, with spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
Dining
Dining
  • CA.FÉ MAZZINI
  • Gelateria Mazzini
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Camplus Mazzini
  • Hotel Blumen
  • Hotel Sant'Orsola City House
Station Plan
  • The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional trains.
Public transit options for Bologna Mazzini
  • Bus: Several local bus lines available
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • A Cafè
  • VyTA Boulangerie
  • Venchi
  • Scambio
  • Juice Bar
  • KFC
  • Dispensa Emilia
  • Lavazza
  • Mokà
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Starhotels Excelsior
  • Millenn Hotel Bologna
  • UNA Hotels
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Public transit options for Bologna Centrale
  • 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
Bologna S. VitaleParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Bike ParkingBike Parking
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Parking
Parking
  • Free parking available near the station
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • Free of charge
Hotel
Hotel
  • San Ruffillo House
  • Hotel Il Guercino
  • Hotel Porta San Mamolo
Station Plan
  • The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
Public transit options for Bologna San Ruffillo
  • Bus: Several local bus lines available

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