- 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
$3
Average price
$4
Fastest journey
11 m
Average duration
13 m
Trains per day
75
Distance
18 km
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 $4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 75 trains that leave Prato for Florence on Fri, Jun 19, 75 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 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 Fri, Jun 19 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.
Regionale 18487
Regionale 18675
Regionale 18503
Regionale 18669
Regionale 18845
Intercity 594
Intercity 583
Regionale 18497
Regionale 18481
Regionale 18487Omio 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 $6.
Distance: 11 miles (18 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$4 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50m Average total duration Fastest 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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.
The journey is about 17m faster (20m by train vs 37m by car) and roughly $2 (€2) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($4 (€3) vs $6 (€5)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Florence trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 17867 | 7:25 AM Prato Centrale | 0h34 | 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 | |
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 | 11:17 AM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 11:41 AM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 32839 | 11:30 AM Prato Centrale | 0h22 | 11:52 AM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18671 | 11:46 AM Prato Centrale | 0h28 | 12:14 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 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 | |
Intercity 584 | 2:37 PM Prato Centrale | 0h18 | 2:55 PM Florence Rifredi | 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 | 0h14 | 6:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18497 | 6:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h24 | 6:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 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 | 0h24 | 7:25 PM Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18481 | 7:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h14 | 7:15 PM Florence Rifredi | 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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Trains from Prato to Florence run on average 55 times per day, taking around 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 55 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 22m.
Distance 11 miles (18 km) |
Average train duration 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $3 (€3) |
Trains per day 55 |
Direct trains 55 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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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Florence Santa Maria Novella, Florence -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
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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