Next bus departures

Next departures from Padova to Prato on 4 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	17:50	Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi	5h 35m	23:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:22 AM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Padova 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 2 hours 22 minutes and with fares starting at just R 615, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

2h 22mAverage duration

182 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 229 - R 1 164	Average duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 615 - R 834	Average duration2h 22m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Padova and Prato

Stops in Padova

A
Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi
Via Fra' Paolo Sarpi, 2-38, 35138 Padova PD, Italy
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B
Padova Autostazione
Viale della Pace, 1, 35131 Padova PD, Italy
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C
Padova Stop 12
Piazzale Stazione, 6, 35131 Padova PD, Italy
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D
Fermata dell'autobus Padova
Piazzale Stazione, 4, 35131 Padova PD, Italy
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E
Piazzale Stazione
Piazzale Stazione, 6, 35131 Padova PD, Italy
F
Parcheggio Piazzale Boschetti - Fermata dell'autobus
Via Trieste, 43, 35131 Padova PD

Stops in Prato

A
Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus
Piazzale del Museo, 59100 Prato PO, Italy
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B
Prato Bus Stop
Piazza della Stazione, 13, 59100 Prato PO, Italy
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516 049 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

3.8/51 086 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.8

IT bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Padova to Prato by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Padova to Prato?
The cheapest bus tickets from Padova to Prato start at R 229. The average price for this route is around R 603. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Padova to Prato?
The average bus journey time from Padova to Prato is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 184 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Itabus.
Which bus companies service the Padova to Prato route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Itabus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Padova to Prato?
The earliest bus departs from Padova to Prato at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 17:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Padova to Prato?
A bus trip from Padova to Prato produces an estimated 4.590525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Padova to Prato?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Itabus, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 1084 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Padova to Prato?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Padova to Prato?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Padova to Prato?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/10

R 413

03/10

R 325

Today

R 847

05/10

R 203

06/10

No data

07/10

No data

08/10

R 356

09/10

R 306

The cheapest trip from Padova to Prato was searched and found on 05 Oct 2026 with a price of R 203

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Padova to Prato as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 203 to R 1 024 for a bus ticket from Padova to Prato based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 203, which is on 2026-10-05.