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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

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.

Regionale 17804

06:15AM1h14

Prato Centrale

07:29AMBologna Centrale

$121One-way

0 transfers

Regionale 17806

06:45AM1h10

Prato Centrale

07:55AMBologna Centrale

$121One-way

0 transfers

Regionale 17852

10:49PM1h01

Prato Centrale

11:50PMBologna Centrale

$121One-way

0 transfers

Regionale TTPER 17814

08:43AM1h12

Prato Centrale

09:55AMBologna Centrale

$121One-way

0 transfers

Regionale 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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Most popular Train	Bus
€9 Average price Cheapest	€10 Average price
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Intercity 596	5:52 PM Prato Centrale	0h50	6:42 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17844	6:13 PM Prato Centrale	1h07	7:20 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
TUSCANY LINE 18531+FRECCIAROSSA 9328	6:30 PM Prato Centrale	1h18	7:48 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale TTPER 17856	7:13 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	8:25 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17852	8:49 PM Prato Centrale	1h01	9:50 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17800	2:57 AM Prato Centrale	1h19	4:16 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17804	4:15 AM Prato Centrale	1h14	5:29 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17806	On time 4:45 AM Prato Centrale	1h10	5:55 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17808	5:32 AM Prato Centrale	0h53	6:25 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17810	5:43 AM Prato Centrale	1h12	6:55 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 18503+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502	5:47 AM Prato Centrale	1h26	7:13 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale 18463+FRECCIAROSSA 9512	6:07 AM Prato Centrale	1h26	7:33 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Intercity 580	6:33 AM Prato Centrale	1h05	7:38 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale TTPER 17814	On time 6:43 AM Prato Centrale	1h12	7:55 AM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 18465+FRECCIAROSSA 9516	On time 7:01 AM Prato Centrale	1h32	8:33 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
TUSCANY LINE 18507+FRECCIAROSSA 9490	On time 7:30 AM Prato Centrale	1h28	8:58 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Tuscany Line 18665+FRECCIAROSSA 8506	7:42 AM Prato Centrale	1h31	9:13 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
TUSCANY LINE 18467+FRECCIAROSSA 9520	On time 8:01 AM Prato Centrale	1h32	9:33 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
TUSCANY LINE 18509+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308	8:30 AM Prato Centrale	1h18	9:48 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Tuscany Line 18669+FRECCIAROSSA 8508	On time 8:42 AM Prato Centrale	1h31	10:13 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
TUSCANY LINE 18489+FRECCIAROSSA 9524	9:01 AM Prato Centrale	1h32	10:33 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
TUSCANY LINE 18511+FRECCIAROSSA 9310	9:30 AM Prato Centrale	1h18	10:48 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Tuscany Line 18671+FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8509	9:42 AM Prato Centrale	1h31	11:13 AM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Tuscany Line 18673+FRECCIAROSSA 9532	10:42 AM Prato Centrale	1h51	12:33 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale 17828	On time 11:40 AM Prato Centrale	1h15	12:55 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Intercity 588	11:52 AM Prato Centrale	0h55	12:47 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17830	12:13 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	1:25 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale TTPER 17850	12:43 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	1:55 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Tuscany Line 18491+FRECCIAROSSA 9540	1:01 PM Prato Centrale	1h32	2:33 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale 17834	1:40 PM Prato Centrale	1h15	2:55 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Intercity 590	1:52 PM Prato Centrale	0h58	2:50 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Tuscany Line 18475+FRECCIAROSSA 9544	2:01 PM Prato Centrale	1h32	3:33 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale 17836	On time 2:43 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	3:55 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Tuscany Line 18493+FRECCIAROSSA 9588	3:01 PM Prato Centrale	1h32	4:33 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Regionale 18849 · Tuscany Line 4044+FRECCIAROSSA 9588	3:04 PM Prato Centrale	1h29	4:33 PM Bologna Centrale	2 transfers
Regionale 17838	On time 3:43 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	4:55 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Tuscany Line 18497+FRECCIAROSSA 9552	4:01 PM Prato Centrale	1h32	5:33 PM Bologna Centrale	1 transfer
Intercity 592	5:01 PM Prato Centrale	0h55	5:56 PM Bologna Centrale	0 transfersDirect
Regionale 17842	5:13 PM Prato Centrale	1h12	6:25 PM Bologna Centrale	0 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.

Trains

from $16

Buses

from $10

Journey information

Overview: Train from Prato to Bologna

Italy

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

Direct trains

Fastest train

1h 1m

First train

00:30

Last train

23:30

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

Trenitalia Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Italian national railway company, Trenitalia. It operates throughout the country, with services running from early morning to late evening. The Intercity trains come in two types: the Intercity Plus, which is the fastest and most comfortable, and the Intercity, which is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. The most popular routes for Trenitalia Intercity are from Rome to Milan, Naples to Florence, and Turin to Venice.

Prato to Bologna train information with Intercity:

Average Duration: 50 min
Cheapest Price: $12
Intercity frequency: 5 a day

Step on board a Frecciarossa train and relax as you travel across Italy. Trenitalia’s Frecciarossa high-speed trains make about 200 connections across Italy per day and are renowned for their comfort, speed and reduced environmental impact. Frecciarossa reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh). When booking your Frecciarossa you can choose between four different classes: Standard, Premium, Business, and Executive.

Frecciarossa from Prato to Bologna train information:

Average Duration: 1 h 18 min
Cheapest Price: $45

Intercity Notte is an Italian train service operated by Trenitalia. It runs overnight services between major cities in Italy, making it a great option for travelers looking to save time and money. The Intercity Notte offers two types of trains: the Frecciarossa Notte and the Frecciargento Notte. The Frecciarossa Notte is the fastest train, with speeds of up to 300 km/h, while the Frecciargento Notte is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Trenitalia offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the lounge. The most popular routes for Intercity Notte are Rome to Milan, Rome to Venice, and Milan to Venice. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Italy's most iconic cities in a convenient and comfortable way.

Frecciargento is a high-speed train service operated by Trenitalia, the national railway company of Italy. It runs on the most popular routes throughout the country, connecting major cities such as Rome, Milan, Florence, and Venice. Frecciargento trains offer a comfortable and convenient way to travel, with a range of ticket types available, including Economy, Standard, and Business. Frecciargento trains are fast and reliable, with journey times of up to four hours between Rome and Milan. They are a great way to explore Italy in style and comfort.

Italo is a brand of high-speed trains operated by the Italian train company Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori (NTV). Its fleet includes the Italo AGV 575, the premier high-speed service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), and the Italo EVO, an eco-friendly #[+travelMode] that can reach a maximum speed of 150 mph (250 km/h). Italo offers four different class options, but each car is modernly equipped with a high level of comfort. You can choose between the Smart, Comfort, Prima and Club Executive classes. Italo offers three types of fares with different prices and flexibility: Low Cost, Economy, and Flex.

FAQs: Trains from Prato to Bologna

FAQs: Travel by train from Prato to Bologna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prato to Bologna.

Yes, you can take a train from Prato to Bologna. Trains are one of the available travel modes between these two locations. Additionally, buses are also an option for traveling between Prato and Bologna, ensuring flexible transportation choices.

The cheapest way to get from Prato to Bologna is by bus, with a price of €5.

Yes, you can do a day trip from Prato to Bologna. The train journey has a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, with a frequency of 44 trains. The distance between these two cities is 70 kilometers, making it convenient for a day trip.

The number of days you need in Bologna can vary depending on personal interests and travel plans. Bologna is rich in history, culture, and gastronomy, making it enjoyable for a short visit of one to two days to explore the main attractions. If interested in deeper exploration, tasting local cuisine, and visiting nearby areas, a stay of three to four days could be worthwhile.

There are direct train services between Prato and Bologna, with 11 direct trains operating daily. The service providers for these direct routes are Regionale and Intercity.

The train from Prato to Bologna takes 1 hour and 12 minutes to cover a distance of 70 kilometers, with a frequency of 44 trains per day.

The first train from Prato to Bologna leaves at 6:32.

The journey from Prato to Bologna covers a distance of 70 km and takes 1 hour and 12 minutes. While the provided duration suggests the availability of regional services, there is no mentioned indication of high-speed train services on this specific route.

The last train from Prato to Bologna leaves at 21:49.

No, there is no sleeper train from Prato to Bologna as the last journey departs at 21:49.

The train journey between Prato and Bologna offers a pleasant scenic experience. Travelers can enjoy views of the Tuscan and Emilia-Romagna countryside, with rolling hills, picturesque villages, and some parts through tunnels, showcasing the diverse landscape.

Bologna offers visitors diverse experiences such as exploring Piazza Maggiore, a vibrant central square surrounded by historic buildings and animated cafes. The Two Towers, celebrated medieval structures, provide breathtaking panoramic city views. Discover the Basilica di San Petronio, distinguished for its grand architecture and art. Visit the Archiginnasio of Bologna, a historic university building renowned for its magnificent anatomical theater. Mercato di Mezzo offers a bustling atmosphere with local delicacies and fresh produce. Additionally, explore the complex of Santo Stefano, known as the Seven Churches, which boasts unique architectural features.

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.

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