- Must visit
Cappella degli Scrovegni
Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Padua will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 2 trains from Prato to Padua, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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 Padua run on average 86 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 86 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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The table below shows live departures for Prato to Padua 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 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 10:30 AM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 1:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 10:43 AM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 1:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 11:30 AM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 2:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 11:43 AM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 2:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17822+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:43 AM Prato Centrale | 3h21 | 3:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:12 PM Prato Centrale | 2h52 | 3:04 PM Padova | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 1:43 PM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 4:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588 | 1:52 PM Prato Centrale | 2h06 | 3:58 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 2:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 5:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 2:43 PM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 5:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 3:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 6:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:40 PM Prato Centrale | 3h11 | 6:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 3:52 PM Prato Centrale | 2h59 | 6:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 4:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 7:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17836+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 2h57 | 7:40 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 7:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 5:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 8:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 5:43 PM Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 8:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 6:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 9:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 592 | 7:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h19 | 9:20 PM Padova | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17842 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 7:13 PM Prato Centrale | 3h38 | 10:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 7:52 PM Prato Centrale | 2h59 | 10:51 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 8:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h26 | 10:27 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 8:30 PM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 11:04 PM Padova | 1 transfer | |
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Home to Giotto’s frescoes, this UNESCO-listed chapel is one of the greatest masterpieces of Western art and Padua’s top cultural visit.
Padua’s main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art, and access paired with the Scrovegni Chapel area.
University museum displaying one of Europe’s oldest botanical gardens, blending science, architecture, and rare plant collections.
One of Europe’s largest squares, ideal for strolling among statues, canals, and lawns; a signature public space of Padua.
Elegant central square lined with cafes and historic buildings, best known for the astronomical clock tower and lively evening atmosphere.
Historic market square beside Palazzo della Ragione, packed with daily local life, stalls, and excellent people-watching in the old center.
Bigoli pasta in a rich duck ragù, a classic of the Veneto inland. It is especially associated with festive Sunday meals in Padua and nearby towns.
Short tubular pasta with white beans, often made thick and rustic. A comforting Veneto staple linked to peasant cooking and common in Padua homes.
Rice slowly cooked with spring peas, traditionally from nearby Arquà Petrarca or Baone. A seasonal Euganean Hills dish valued for its sweetness and simplicity.
Established fine dining address with creative cuisine, tasting menus, and attentive service. Best for a higher-end meal in a modern elegant setting.
Historic central restaurant known for refined Paduan and Venetian cuisine in elegant rooms. Good choice for classic dishes with a polished atmosphere.
Well-known traditional venue serving Venetian and Paduan specialties, including bigoli and seasonal classics, in a warm and longstanding local setting.
Moderate for Northern Italy. Hotels and dining cost less than Venice, while local transit and casual meals stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Service is often included. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
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Most Prato to Padua trains use the Prato Centrale to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato and Padua 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.
Padova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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