- Must visit
Museo Civico
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
Cheapest price on Sep 11
$14
Average ticket price on Sep 11
$15
Fastest journey on Sep 11
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
1 h 55 m
Trains on Sep 11
29
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Siena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Siena will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
It's difficult to get from Prato to Siena without transferring at least once.
Regionale 18849 · Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19051
Regionale 18491 · Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale 19049
Regionale 18497 · Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053
Regionale 18651 · Regionale 18201
Regionale 18687 · Regionale 18225
Regionale 18503 · Regionale 18203
Regionale 18675 · Regionale 18217
Regionale 18687 · Regionale 18225
Regionale 18669 · Regionale 18209
Regionale 18681 · Regionale 18221Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato to Siena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, while a train costs an average of $15.
Distance: 41 miles (66 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Siena:
A bus is $1 (€0.91) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato to Siena costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to Siena take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6 (€5). The journey takes 1h 48m versus 1h 9m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Siena trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 18651 · Regionale 18201 | 5:37 AM Prato Centrale | 2h18 | 7:55 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18461 · Regionale 18261 · Regionale 19033 | 6:12 AM Prato Centrale | 2h30 | 8:42 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18501 · Regionale Veloce 4013 · Regionale 19035 | 7:09 AM Prato Centrale | 2h08 | 9:17 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18503 · Regionale 18203 | 7:47 AM Prato Centrale | 1h51 | 9:38 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18463 · Regionale Veloce 4017 · Regionale 19037 | 8:07 AM Prato Centrale | 2h09 | 10:16 AM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18663 · Regionale 18205 | 8:42 AM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 10:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18665 · Regionale 18207 | 9:42 AM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 11:40 AM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18669 · Regionale 18209 | 10:42 AM Prato Centrale | 1h56 | 12:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18489 · Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19039 | 11:01 AM Prato Centrale | 2h14 | 1:15 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18671 · Regionale 18211 | 11:42 AM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 1:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18673 · Regionale 18215 | 12:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 2:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18675 · Regionale 18217 | 1:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h55 | 3:37 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18473 · Regionale Veloce 4035 · Regionale 19047 | 2:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h13 | 4:14 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18677 · Regionale 18219 | 2:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 4:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18491 · Regionale Veloce 4039 · Regionale 19049 | 3:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h13 | 5:14 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18681 · Regionale 18221 | 3:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h56 | 5:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18475 · Regionale Veloce 4043 · Regionale 18851 | 4:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h14 | 6:15 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18683 · Regionale 18223 | 4:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 6:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18849 · Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19051 | 5:04 PM Prato Centrale | 2h12 | 7:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 597+ Regionale 18307 · Regionale 19051 | 5:12 PM Prato Centrale | 2h04 | 7:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18687 · Regionale 18225 | 5:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h56 | 7:38 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18497 · Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053 | 6:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h15 | 8:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 594+ Regionale Veloce 4047 · Regionale 19053 | 6:14 PM Prato Centrale | 2h02 | 8:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18689 · Regionale 18227 | 6:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h58 | 8:40 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18481 · Regionale Veloce 4051 · Regionale 19055 | 7:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h15 | 9:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Regionale 18691 · Regionale 18229 | 7:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h57 | 9:39 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18483 · Regionale 18323 · Regionale 19057 | 8:01 PM Prato Centrale | 2h15 | 10:16 PM Siena station | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 599+ Regionale 18233 | 9:05 PM Prato Centrale | 2h11 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18695 · Regionale 18233 | 9:12 PM Prato Centrale | 2h04 | 11:16 PM Siena station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Prato to Siena run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 1h 34m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 21 |
Fastest train 1h 34m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Siena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Siena trip today.
Siena’s main civic museum displays Lorenzetti’s frescoes and superb medieval art inside the historic town hall. It is essential for understanding the city.
This major museum complex occupies a former hospital and combines archaeology, frescoes, chapels, and underground spaces in a memorable setting.
The cathedral museum preserves sculptures, stained glass, and treasures from the Duomo complex, including close views of masterpieces and architecture.
Siena’s iconic shell-shaped square is the social and visual heart of the city, perfect for architecture, people-watching, and understanding the Palio.
This broad square in front of the cathedral frames some of Siena’s finest Gothic monuments and is a natural stop on any walking route.
The city’s main pedestrian street links major sights with shops and noble facades. It is ideal for a first walk through Siena’s historic core.
Thick rustic soup of bread, beans, cavolo nero and vegetables. A Tuscan staple in Siena, prized for peasant roots and deep, comforting flavor.
Dense vegetable and bread soup made with beans, tomato, onion, celery and stale bread. Traditional cucina povera, often linked to Sienese home cooking.
Hand-rolled thick spaghetti, usually served with rich garlic-forward tomato sauce or duck ragù. A classic Tuscan pasta common in Siena trattorie.
Popular central trattoria focused on pici, ribollita and other regional staples, offering a casual atmosphere near major sights.
Well-known osteria for classic Tuscan and Sienese dishes, with a cozy brick interior and strong local wine selection.
Elegant Michelin-starred restaurant near Piazza del Campo, known for refined Tuscan tasting menus and polished historic atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: lodging and dining cost more than small towns, but transit is limited and many sights are walkable.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; taxis are usually rounded up; cafés need no tip.
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Siena Railway Station -> Piazza del Campo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Siena 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 Siena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Siena trains use the Prato Centrale to Siena station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato and Siena 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.
Siena is 1 km from Siena city centre. Public transport options include:
Siena 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Il Vinaio, Osteria Le Logge
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Siena. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is available at Siena. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Siena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Siena: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Siena: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Italia, NH Siena, Hotel Minerva.
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