Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Bologna to Prato?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Prato: Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Prato Centrale. Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).

Which travel companies can get me from Bologna to Prato?

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Prato, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you: Travel with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Prato by bus. Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Prato by train.

Can I find a direct route between Bologna and Prato?

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Prato with the following travel companies: 13 direct buses per day with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus. 20 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity.

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The best way to travel from Bologna to Prato is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

Regionale 17815
8:46 AM0h59
Bologna San Ruffillo
9:45 AMPrato Centrale
€81One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

Regionale 17815
8:46 AM0h59
Bologna San Ruffillo
9:45 AMPrato Centrale
€81One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

Intercity 594
5:25 PM0h47
Bologna Centrale
6:12 PMPrato Centrale
€121One-way
0 transfers

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Regionale 17831
2:16 PM1h01
Bologna San Ruffillo
3:17 PMPrato Centrale
€81One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 17819
10:16 AM1h01
Bologna San Ruffillo
11:17 AMPrato Centrale
€81One-way
0 transfers
Regionale 17853
10:16 PM1h01
Bologna San Ruffillo
11:17 PMPrato Centrale
€81One-way
0 transfers

FlixBus
9:40 PM1h45
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
11:25 PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
€111One-way
0 transfers

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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Prato 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 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.

Distance: 44 miles (71 km)

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Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€9 Average price	€8 Average price Cheapest	€25 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door)
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Prato is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Prato:

A bus is €0.40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Prato costing on average €9.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Prato is by train with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Prato take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bologna and Prato including taking a bus and train.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bologna to Prato among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Bologna to Prato

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There are 2 options to travel between Bologna and Prato including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Bologna to Prato is a bus with an average price of €8.

This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Prato:

A bus is €0.40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Prato costing on average €9.

The fastest way to travel from Bologna to Prato is by train with an average journey time of 1h 10m.

Other travel options to Prato take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 33m.

The distance from Bologna to Prato is approximately 44 miles (71 km).

The average frequency per day from Bologna to Prato is:

Around 38 trains per day.
Around 14 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bologna and Prato as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bologna to Prato:

Trains mostly depart from Bologna Centrale and arrive in Prato Centrale.
Buses mostly depart from Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) and arrive in Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bologna to Prato, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus, Infobus to go to Prato by bus.
Travel with Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa to go to Prato by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Bologna to Prato with the following travel companies:

13 direct buses per day with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus.
20 direct trains per day with Regionale, Intercity.

Omio customers who travel from Bologna to Prato often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Milan, Rome, Pisa, Lucca. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Prato and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Prato to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To fully enjoy Prato, a stay of 1-2 days is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Prato Cathedral, Emperor's Castle, and local art museums.

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