How to travel from Prato to Siena

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Compare train and bus for Prato to Siena

Omio 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 $14.

Distance: 41 miles (66 km)

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$14

Average price

$13

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Cheapest

$20

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 18m

Average total duration

1h 48m

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1h 54m

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1h 24m

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1h 9m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Prato to Siena is a bus with an average price of $13.

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

A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato to Siena costing on average $14.

The fastest way to travel from Prato to Siena is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Prato and Siena including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Prato to Siena among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $14 compared to roughly $20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $6. 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.

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from Prato to Siena

How to get from Prato to Siena by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 AM1h20
    Prato, Piazzale Del Museo
    9:55 AMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 AM1h20
    Prato, Piazzale Del Museo
    9:55 AMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 AM1h20
    Prato, Piazzale Del Museo
    9:55 AMSiena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli)
    $81One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale 18503 · Regionale 18203
    7:47 AM1h51
    Prato Centrale
    9:38 AMSiena station
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 18675 · Regionale 18217
    1:42 PM1h55
    Prato Centrale
    3:37 PMSiena station
    $141One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale 18681 · Regionale 18221
    3:42 PM1h56
    Prato Centrale
    5:38 PMSiena station
    $141One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Prato to Siena

Travel to Siena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Prato to Siena.

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There are 2 options to travel between Prato and Siena including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Prato to Siena is a bus with an average price of $13.

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

A bus is $1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato to Siena costing on average $14.

The fastest way to travel from Prato to Siena is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 54m.

Other travel options to Siena take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 18m.

The distance from Prato to Siena is approximately 41 miles (66 km).
The average frequency per day from Prato to Siena is:
  • Around 21 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Prato to Siena:
  • Trains mostly depart from Prato Centrale and arrive in Siena station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) and arrive in Siena, Stazione FS (Piazzale Carlo Rosselli).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prato to Siena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regionale to go to Siena by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Itabus to go to Siena by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Prato to Siena:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Itabus.
Omio customers who travel from Prato to Siena often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Rome, Pisa, Milan, Scandicci. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Siena and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Siena to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Siena, you can visit Torre del Mangia for panoramic views, explore religious art at Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, and relax at Fortezza Medicea. Enjoy Italian wines at Enoteca Italiana, or take a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan dishes. Don't miss the Piazza del Campo with its historic ambiance or the magnificent Siena Cathedral. Also, check out the Palazzo Pubblico, Basilica of San Domenico, and Santa Maria della Scala for a rich cultural experience.
To fully experience Siena, including its historic sites, museums, and local cuisine, plan to spend 2 to 3 days.

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