Bus and Train from Bologna to Prato: Tickets & Timetables

Next available departures

Next departures from Bologna to Prato on 23 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobusCheapest
Trenitalia Intercity
Bologna Centrale
Prato CentraleFastest
Itabus
Bologna Autostazione
Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobusNo tags
Trenitalia Regionale
Bologna Centrale
Prato Porta al SerraglioNo tags
Flixbus
Bologna Autostazione
Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobusNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:54 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bologna to Prato

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Prato. The journey takes about 1 hour 8 minutes and with fares starting at just A$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day
1h 8mAverage duration
45 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceA$12 - A$75Average duration1h 35m
2kg CO₂e
Average priceA$17 - A$36Average duration1h 8m
2kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Prato by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a ticket from Bologna to Prato cost?

    The cheapest tickets from Bologna to Prato start from A$12. The average price for this route is around A$21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Bologna to Prato?

    The average trip duration from Bologna to Prato is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 46 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 47m and is operated by Trenitalia.

  3. Which companies operate the Bologna to Prato route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 8 trips available per day, including services from Itabus, FlixBus, Trenitalia.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Bologna to Prato?

    The earliest service departs from Bologna for Prato at 07:05. And the latest service departs at 22:13.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Bologna to Prato?

    A journey from Bologna to Prato produces an estimated 1.8182749999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Bologna to Prato?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Trenitalia, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 58 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Prato?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which company offers the most punctual service from Bologna to Prato?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Trenitalia, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Bologna to Prato?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Trenitalia, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
20/04
A$13
21/04
A$13
Today
A$13
23/04
A$13
24/04
A$13
25/04
A$11
26/04
A$14
27/04
A$12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bologna to Prato was searched and found on 25 Apr 2026 with a price of A$11

To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Bologna to Prato, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between A$11 and A$37 for a bus or train ticket from Bologna to Prato based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at A$11 on 2026-04-25.

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