The cheapest and fastest coaches from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £6
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £8
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 1 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 26 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 8
- 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 £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 8 buses from Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale, including 8 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 72 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 45 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.

20:20 1h25 Prato Centrale 21:45 Bologna Centrale £6 1 One-way 0 changes
16:55 1h20 Prato Centrale 18:15 Bologna Centrale £7 1 One-way 0 changes
4:35 1h15 Prato Centrale 5:50 Bologna Centrale £7 1 One-way 0 changes
22:15 1h45 Prato Centrale 0:00 Bologna Centrale £8 1 One-way 0 changes
21:20 1h25 Prato Centrale 22:45 Bologna Centrale £8 1 One-way 0 changes

4:35 1h15 Prato Centrale 5:50 Bologna Centrale £7 1 One-way 0 changes
16:55 1h20 Prato Centrale 18:15 Bologna Centrale £7 1 One-way 0 changes
21:20 1h25 Prato Centrale 22:45 Bologna Centrale £8 1 One-way 0 changes
20:20 1h25 Prato Centrale 21:45 Bologna Centrale £6 1 One-way 0 changes
12:05 1h45 Prato Centrale 13:50 Bologna Centrale £8 1 One-way 0 changes
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 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 17 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:15, the last at 20:20. The fastest coach covers the 72 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 72 km |
Average bus duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 1h 10m |
First bus 1:15 |
Last bus 20:20 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 2 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale trip
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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, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1120 | 16:50 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 18:10 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2414 | 17:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 18:50 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2726 | 17:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 19:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
2400 | 18:55 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h20 | 20:15 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
131 | 20:30 Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence) | 1h30 | 22:00 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:20 Florence, Guidoni Tram T2 | 1h25 | 23:45 Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 2 November | |||||
![]() | 4:35 Prato Centrale | 1h15 | 5:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:05 Prato Centrale | 1h45 | 12:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:05 Prato Centrale | 1h45 | 13:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Prato Centrale and Bologna Centrale
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Marino Autolinee
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- Marino Autolinee
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- 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.
- Marino Autolinee
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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.
- Marino Autolinee
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Marino Autolinee
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
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.

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