The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
40 m
Average duration
54 m
Buses per day
66
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 66 buses that leave Prato Centrale for Bologna Centrale every day 66 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.









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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 72 km
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 16:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 17:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2726 | 16:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 18:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
1120 | 17:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 18:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 18:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 18:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:45 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 19:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2490 | 18:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 19:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 20:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2728 | 19:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
131 | 19:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 21:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2728 | 19:35 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 1h30 | 21:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 21:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 22:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 22:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:20 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h25 | 22:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 2h05 | 00:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h45 | 00:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:40 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 00:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 00:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3898 | 00:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 01:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 00:05 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 00:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 01:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2494 | 01:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 02:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
054 | 01:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 02:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:15 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h40 | 02:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 01:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 02:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2422 | 02:05 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 03:25 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2792 | 02:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 03:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2418 | 03:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 04:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:55 Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo | 1h35 | 05:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 05:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 04:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h10 | 05:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:10 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 1h40 | 06:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 06:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:00 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 07:20 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 06:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 07:55 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h15 | 09:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 10:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 11:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3492 | 09:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 10:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 11:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h20 | 11:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 11:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2126 | 10:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 12:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h50 | 12:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 12:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3802 | 11:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 13:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h45 | 13:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3802 | 11:35 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 1h30 | 13:05 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 13:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2790 | 12:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 13:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h55 | 14:30 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
94742 | 13:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 14:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2402 | 13:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 14:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:25 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h25 | 15:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2704 | 14:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 16:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:10 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h35 | 16:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 16:35 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
3804 | 15:20 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 16:40 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
Buses from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:10, the last at 22:40. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 15m |
First bus 05:10 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: Appennino Shuttle, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee from Prato Centrale to Bologna CentraleYou can travel by bus between Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale with Appennino Shuttle, Itabus, FlixBus, Infobus, Marino Autolinee for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Appennino Shuttle
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Appennino Shuttle
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Appennino Shuttle
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 23kg (55x35x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Appennino Shuttle
- 10€ per additional bag up to 23 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Appennino Shuttle
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs permitted.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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