Next available departures

Next departures from Bologna to Prato on 31 July
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
21:40	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	23:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Cheapest
16:21	Bologna Centrale	49m	17:10	Prato Centrale	Fastest
07:13	Bologna Mazzini	1h 4m	08:17	Prato Centrale	No tags
08:43	Bologna Mazzini	1h 2m	09:45	Prato Centrale	No tags
09:13	Bologna Mazzini	1h 4m	10:17	Prato Centrale	No tags
15:13	Bologna Mazzini	1h 4m	16:17	Prato Centrale	No tags
15:43	Bologna Mazzini	1h 4m	16:47	Prato Centrale	No tags
16:13	Bologna Mazzini	1h 8m	17:21	Prato Centrale	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:14 AM 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 12 minutes and with fares starting at just R 196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17train per day

1h 12mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 139 - R 1 026	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 196 - R 410	Average duration1h 12m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Bologna and Prato

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Corticella
40128 Bologna BO, Italy
C
San Ruffillo
40141 Bologna BO, Italy
D
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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E
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
F
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy

Stops in Prato

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

Itabus

3.8/51 032 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi3.0

Trenitalia

4.0/565 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/513 107 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is a ticket from Bologna to Prato?
The cheapest tickets from Bologna to Prato start at R 139. The average price for this route is around R 266. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Bologna to Prato?
The average trip duration from Bologna to Prato is 1h 28m, covering a distance of 73 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 47m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which companies operate the Bologna to Prato route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 9 trips available per day, including services from Itabus, FlixBus, Trenitalia.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Bologna to Prato?
The earliest trip from Bologna to Prato departs at 07:05. The latest trip departs at 22:13.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Bologna to Prato?
A trip from Bologna to Prato generates an estimated 1.819625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 65 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Prato?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Itabus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which company has 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 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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

28/07

R 187

29/07

R 256

Today

R 129

31/07

R 129

01/08

R 165

02/08

R 209

03/08

R 199

04/08

R 218

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Prato was searched and found on 30 Jul 2026 with a price of R 129

To save money and make sure 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 R 129 and R 333 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 R 129 which is on 2026-07-31.