- Must visit
Uffizi Gallery
World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
The best way to find a cheap train 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 $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 76 trains from Prato to Florence, including 76 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 18 km distance in an average of 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 14 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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Trains from Prato to Florence run on average 60 times per day, taking around 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 60 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 11 miles (18 km) distance in 11m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 60 |
Direct trains 60 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Prato to Florence.
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Florence trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 18465 | 9:01 AM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 9:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18827 | 9:08 AM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 9:40 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18507 | 9:30 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 9:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18665 | 9:42 AM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 10:05 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18665 | 9:42 AM Prato Centrale | 0h33 | 10:15 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 583 | 9:59 AM Prato Centrale | 0h13 | 10:12 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18467 | 10:01 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 10:23 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18829 | 10:26 AM Prato Centrale | 0h16 | 10:42 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18509 | 10:30 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 10:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18669 | 10:42 AM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 11:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18489 | 11:01 AM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 11:24 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18833 | 11:12 AM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 11:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18511 | 11:30 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18671 | 11:42 AM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 12:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 584 | 12:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h15 | 12:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18673 | 12:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 1:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18837 | 1:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 1:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18515 | 1:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 1:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18675 | 1:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 2:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18473 | 2:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 2:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18841 | 2:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 2:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18517 | 2:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 2:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18677 | 2:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 3:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18491 | 3:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 3:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18843 | 3:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 3:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18519 | 3:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 3:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18681 | 3:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 4:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18475 | 4:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 4:23 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18845 | 4:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 4:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18521 | 4:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 4:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18683 | 4:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 5:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18493 | 5:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 5:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18849 | 5:04 PM Prato Centrale | 0h17 | 5:21 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 597 | 5:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h15 | 5:27 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18847 | 5:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 5:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18525 | 5:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 5:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18687 | 5:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 6:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18497 | 6:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 6:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18497 | 6:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h14 | 6:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18853 | 6:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 6:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 594 | 6:14 PM Prato Centrale | 0h11 | 6:25 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18527 | 6:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 6:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18689 | 6:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 7:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18481 | 7:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h14 | 7:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18481 | 7:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18859 | 7:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 7:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18529 | 7:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 7:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18691 | 7:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 8:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18483 | 8:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h23 | 8:24 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18861 | 8:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h29 | 8:41 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18531 | 8:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 8:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18693 | 8:42 PM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 9:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18485 | 9:00 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 599 | 9:05 PM Prato Centrale | 0h17 | 9:22 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18695 | 9:12 PM Prato Centrale | 0h31 | 9:43 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18535 | 9:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 9:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17851 | 9:51 PM Prato Centrale | 0h19 | 10:10 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18487 | 10:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h14 | 10:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18487 | 10:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h25 | 10:26 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18537 | 10:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 10:52 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18539 | 11:30 PM Prato Centrale | 0h20 | 11:50 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Regionale 18651 | 5:37 AM Prato Centrale | 0h28 | 6:05 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18461 | 6:12 AM Prato Centrale | 0h26 | 6:38 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18655 | 6:35 AM Prato Centrale | 0h31 | 7:06 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18657 | 6:53 AM Prato Centrale | 0h35 | 7:28 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18501 | 7:09 AM Prato Centrale | 0h27 | 7:36 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 18659 | 7:16 AM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 7:40 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17803 | 7:23 AM Prato Centrale | 0h36 | 7:59 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18661 | 7:41 AM Prato Centrale | 0h33 | 8:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18503 | 7:47 AM Prato Centrale | 0h20 | 8:07 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17807 | 7:51 AM Prato Centrale | 0h35 | 8:26 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18463 | 8:07 AM Prato Centrale | 0h26 | 8:33 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18823 | 8:17 AM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 8:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18505 | 8:30 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 8:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18825 | 8:35 AM Prato Centrale | 0h25 | 9:00 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18663 | 8:42 AM Prato Centrale | 0h32 | 9:14 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
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World-famous gallery with Botticelli, Leonardo, and Michelangelo. Essential for understanding Renaissance painting and one of Florence’s top visits.
Houses Michelangelo’s David alongside major Renaissance sculptures. A must for first-time visitors interested in Florence’s artistic legacy.
Monastic museum with Fra Angelico frescoes and tranquil cells. Ideal for experiencing spiritual art in one of Florence’s most atmospheric spaces.
Florence’s monumental main square, framed by civic buildings and sculpture. A must for first impressions, history, and lively urban atmosphere.
The cathedral square is Florence’s ceremonial heart, surrounded by the Duomo, Baptistery, and bell tower. Essential for architecture lovers.
Riverside viewpoint with one of Florence’s classic panoramas. Best at sunset for sweeping views over the Arno, domes, and historic center.
Thick Florentine T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is the city's signature celebratory dish and a classic of Tuscan cuisine.
A rustic Tuscan bread soup with black cabbage, cannellini beans, vegetables, and olive oil. A beloved frugal dish rooted in Florentine home cooking.
A thick soup of bread, tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, served warm or at room temperature. It celebrates simple Tuscan ingredients and stale bread.
Three-Michelin-star fine dining by Enoteca Pinchiorri, known for refined Italian cuisine and an exceptional wine cellar. Elegant and formal.
Legendary casual stop for Lampredotto sandwiches and other tripe specialties. Simple, authentic street food experience in central Florence.
Historic steakhouse famed for Bistecca Alla Fiorentina and classic Tuscan dishes. Traditional, bustling atmosphere near Santa Croce.
Moderate for Italy: hotels in the center are pricier, but dining and transit are reasonable versus Rome or Venice.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafés, 5-10% for great restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Florence trains use the Prato Centrale to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Rifredi. Use this guide to compare Prato and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Prato Centrale is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
Prato Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Prato Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Prato Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Prato Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Centrale: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel President, Art Hotel Museo, Wall Art Hotel.
Prato Porta Al Serraglio has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Ticket office support is available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio.
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Marco, Hotel Flora, Hotel Giardino.
Prato Borgonuovo is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
Prato Borgonuovo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Prato Borgonuovo.
Available at Prato Borgonuovo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Borgonuovo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Borgonuovo: Elevators, ramps.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
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