The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
50 m
Trains per day
40
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 £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 40 trains that leave Bologna Centrale for Prato Centrale every day 24 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 178036:051h15Bologna Centrale7:20Prato Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale 1785120:351h15Bologna Centrale21:50Prato Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 178097:051h12Bologna Centrale8:17Prato Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale 1783114:051h12Bologna Centrale15:17Prato Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Regionale 178179:051h12Bologna Centrale10:17Prato Centrale£81One-way0 changes
Intercity 59417:250h47Bologna Centrale18:12Prato Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 59716:210h49Bologna Centrale17:10Prato Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 58411:210h49Bologna Centrale12:10Prato Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 5838:540h49Bologna Centrale9:43Prato Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Intercity 59920:060h57Bologna Centrale21:03Prato Centrale£111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale
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 £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
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 today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9527+ Regionale 18492 | 11:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 12:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17825 | 12:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 13:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18293+ Intercity 588 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h23 | 13:50 Prato Centrale | 2 changes | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9587+ Regionale 18494 | 12:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 13:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17827 | 13:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 14:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9535+ Regionale 18472 | 13:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 14:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17831 | 14:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 15:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9539+ Regionale 18476 | 14:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 15:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17833 | 15:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 16:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17835 | 15:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 16:47 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17837 | 16:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 17:21 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 597 | 16:21 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 17:10 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 89741+ Regionale 18480 | 16:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h30 | 17:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9427+ Regionale Veloce 18684 | 17:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h08 | 18:10 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17839 | 17:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 18:21 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 594 | 17:25 Bologna Centrale | 0h47 | 18:12 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17843 | 18:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 19:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9325+ Regionale 18530 | 18:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 19:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17845 | 18:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 19:47 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8527+ Regionale 18484 | 18:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 19:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17847 | 19:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 20:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8529+ Regionale 18486 | 19:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 20:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 599 | 20:06 Bologna Centrale | 0h57 | 21:03 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9329+ Regionale 18534 | 20:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 21:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17851 | 20:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 21:50 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9437+ Regionale 18536 | 21:02 Bologna Centrale | 1h26 | 22:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17853 | 22:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 23:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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InterCityNotte 770+ Regionale 17800 | 1:33 Bologna Centrale | 3h23 | 4:56 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17801 | 5:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 6:47 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17803 | 6:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 7:20 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17807 | 6:35 Bologna Centrale | 1h15 | 7:50 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17809 | 7:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 8:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9511+ Intercity 580 | 7:27 Bologna Centrale | 1h04 | 8:31 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8505+ Regionale 18466 | 7:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h10 | 8:57 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17813 | 8:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 9:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9303+ Regionale 18508 | 8:12 Bologna Centrale | 1h16 | 9:28 Prato Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 583 | 8:54 Bologna Centrale | 0h49 | 9:43 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17817 | 9:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 10:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 1589 | 9:37 Bologna Centrale | 1h18 | 10:55 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17819 | 10:05 Bologna Centrale | 1h12 | 11:17 Prato Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8503+ Regionale 18490 | 10:47 Bologna Centrale | 1h11 | 11:58 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 35 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:35, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 35 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 6:35 |
Last train 20:05 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale from £4. 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale
Most Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale trains use the Bologna Centrale to Prato Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Bologna Centrale and Prato Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bologna Centrale from Bologna city centre
Bologna Centrale is 1 km from Bologna city centre. Public transport options include:
Bologna Centrale train station facilities and services
Bologna Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, A Cafè, VyTA Boulangerie, Venchi, Scambio, Juice Bar, KFC, Dispensa Emilia, Lavazza, Mokà, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM is located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bologna Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bologna Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bologna Centrale: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Starhotels Excelsior, Millenn Hotel Bologna, UNA Hotels.
Getting to Prato Centrale from Prato city centre
Prato Centrale is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
Prato Centrale train station facilities and services
Prato Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prato Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Prato Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prato Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Prato Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Centrale: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel President, Art Hotel Museo, Wall Art Hotel.
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