The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
72 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 27 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Prato Centrale every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 72 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 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.
Regionale TTPER 17827
Regionale TTPER 17859
Regionale 17837
Regionale 17817
Regionale 17807
Intercity 594
Intercity 584
Intercity 597
Intercity 583
Intercity 599Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna Centrale to Prato 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 72 km
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Live departures
Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale trains for tomorrow, Sunday 11 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17807 | 05:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 06:50 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9301+ Tuscany Line 18506 | 06:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 07:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9511+ Intercity 580 | 06:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 07:31 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8505+ Tuscany Line 18464 | 06:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 07:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9303+ TUSCANY LINE 18508 | 07:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 08:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 583 | 07:54 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 08:43 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17817 | 08:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 09:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17821 | 10:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 11:21 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 584 | 10:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 11:10 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ TUSCANY LINE 18670 | 10:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h50 | 12:17 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ TUSCANY LINE 18470 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 12:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 | 12:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 13:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17935 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 14:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17833 | 14:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 15:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17837 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 16:21 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 15:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 16:10 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9547+ Tuscany Line 18480 | 15:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 16:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17859 | 16:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 17:21 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 594 | 16:25 Bologna Centrale | 0h47 | 17:12 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8525+ TUSCANY LINE 18482 | 16:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 17:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17843 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 18:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ TUSCANY LINE 18530 | 17:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 18:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 19:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 599 | 19:06 Bologna Centrale | 0h57 | 20:03 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17851 | 19:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 20:50 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9437+ Tuscany Line 18536 | 20:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 21:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9567+ Regionale 17852 | 20:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h21 | 21:48 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale
Trains from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale run on average 33 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:09, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 33 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 05:09 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prato Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via del Romito.
- Ristorante Il Mercato
- Osteria Su Santa Trinita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel President
- Art Hotel Museo
- Wall Art Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Florence, Bologna, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity services
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