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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h
Trains per day
32
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 32 trains that leave Prato Centrale for Bologna Centrale on Tue, Jul 28, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 28 the direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Jul 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 7 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 178046:15 AM1h14Prato Centrale7:29 AMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers- Regionale TTPER 178148:43 AM1h12Prato Centrale9:55 AMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 178281:43 PM1h12Prato Centrale2:55 PMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
- Regionale TTPER 178569:13 PM1h12Prato Centrale10:25 PMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 178427:13 PM1h12Prato Centrale8:25 PMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
Intercity 5967:52 PM0h50Prato Centrale8:42 PMBologna Centrale$121One-way0 transfers- Regionale 178087:32 AM0h53Prato Centrale8:25 AMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 1785210:49 PM1h01Prato Centrale11:50 PMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
- Intercity 5904:53 PM1h07Prato Centrale6:00 PMBologna Centrale$121One-way0 transfers
- Regionale 178448:13 PM1h07Prato Centrale9:20 PMBologna Centrale$91One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 44 miles (72 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale costing on average $9 (€9).
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 35m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 4m by train vs 1h 20m by car) and roughly $15 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€9) vs $25 (€25)). 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.
Live departures
Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 6:30 PM Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 7:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18689+FRECCIAROSSA 8526 | 6:42 PM Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 8:13 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 17842 | 7:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 8:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 596 | 7:52 PM Prato Centrale | 0h50 | 8:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17844 | 8:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h07 | 9:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 18531+FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 8:30 PM Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 9:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 17856 | 9:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 10:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17852 | 10:49 PM Prato Centrale | 1h01 | 11:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 34127 · Regionale 18650+ InterCityNotte 774 | 11:30 PM Prato Centrale | 4h51 | 4:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, July 28 | |||||
| Regionale 17800 | 4:57 AM Prato Centrale | 1h19 | 6:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17804 | 6:15 AM Prato Centrale | 1h14 | 7:29 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17806 | 6:45 AM Prato Centrale | 1h10 | 7:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17808 | 7:32 AM Prato Centrale | 0h53 | 8:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17810 | 7:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 8:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 34083+FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 7:45 AM Prato Centrale | 1h13 | 8:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 34085+FRECCIAROSSA 89102 | 8:07 AM Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 9:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 9:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 34089+FRECCIAROSSA 89108 | 9:01 AM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 34091+FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:30 AM Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 10:58 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 18467+FRECCIAROSSA 89114 | 10:01 AM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 17820 | 10:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17822 | 11:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 12:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 34090 · Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686 | 11:59 AM Prato Centrale | 2h44 | 2:43 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Regionale 17828 | 1:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17830 | 2:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 3:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 17850 | 2:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 17834 | 3:40 PM Prato Centrale | 1h15 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 18475+FRECCIAROSSA 89150 | 4:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 17836 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 5:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Intercity 590 | 4:53 PM Prato Centrale | 1h07 | 6:00 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale 34111+FRECCIAROSSA 89156 | 5:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Regionale 17838 | 5:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 6:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
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Trains from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€9) but you can travel from only $6 (€6) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 44 miles (72 km) distance in 1h 12m.
Distance 44 miles (72 km) |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€9) |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 12m |
First train 6:43 AM |
Last train 8:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa trains will get you between Prato Centrale and Bologna Centrale from $6 (€6). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Most Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale trains use the Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato Centrale and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Prato Centrale from Prato city centre
Prato Centrale is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
Prato Centrale train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prato Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Prato Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prato Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Prato Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Centrale: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel President, Art Hotel Museo, Wall Art Hotel.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale 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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
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