- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Cheapest price on 23 Oct
£15
Average ticket price on 23 Oct
£23
Fastest journey on 23 Oct
3 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 23 Oct
3 h 52 m
Buses on 23 Oct
6
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Prato to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Rome will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £15.
On Fri 23 Oct, we found 6 buses from Prato to Rome, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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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207Buses from Prato to Rome run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £3 by train.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 249 km distance in 3h 25m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 3h 25m |
First bus 0:02 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Prato to Rome coaches for today, Thursday 22 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:45 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 3h45 | 9:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 4h45 | 13:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 1 change | |
207 | 9:45 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 4h35 | 14:20 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 3h50 | 16:30 Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18531 · Regionale Veloce 4113 · treno 4113 effettuato con bus FI023 | 20:30 Prato Centrale | 6h10 | 2:40 Rome Termini | 2 changes |
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Via Marsala, Rome -> Piazza Venezia, Rome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Rome buses use the Prato, Piazzale Del Museo to Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina station pair, with some services arriving at Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina). Use this guide to compare Prato and Rome bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina is 4 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and vending machines available.
Wi-Fi is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina. ATMs are aTM available near ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
Available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) is 3 km from Rome city centre. Public transport options include:
Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Italiano (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus).
Available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus): Elevators, ramps.
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