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Compare train and coach for Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 72 km
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£10 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale:
A coach is £0.49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale costing on average £10.
Other travel options to Bologna Centrale take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 22m.
The journey is about 5m faster (1h 9m by train vs 1h 14m by car) and roughly £13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £23). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Regionale, Intercity.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale train times
The table below shows live departures for Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:24 Prato Porta al Serraglio | 1h31 | 14:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:24 Prato Porta al Serraglio | 1h31 | 15:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:55 Prato Porta al Serraglio | 1h30 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale
Trains from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale run on average 87 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 14:24. The fastest train covers the 72 km distance in 51m.
Distance 72 km |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 87 |
Fastest train 51m |
First train 5:22 |
Last train 14:24 |
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Train companies: Regionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale trainsRegionale, Italo, Frecciarossa, Intercity trains will get you between Prato Porta al Serraglio and Bologna Centrale from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna 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 Bologna Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Prato Porta al Serraglio and Bologna Centrale
Most Prato Porta al Serraglio to Bologna Centrale trains use the Prato Centrale to Bologna Centrale station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato Porta al Serraglio and Bologna Centrale train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Prato Porta Al Serraglio from Prato city centre
Prato Porta Al Serraglio train station facilities and services
Prato Porta Al Serraglio has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Marco, Hotel Flora, Hotel Giardino.
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.
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