The cheapest and fastest trains from Prato to Bologna
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Bologna will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Prato to Bologna you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 18461+
FRECCIAROSSA 9574
TUSCANY LINE 18511+
FRECCIAROSSA 9310
Tuscany Line 18517+
FRECCIAROSSA 9422
TUSCANY LINE 18477+
FRECCIAROSSA 9544
Regionale 18463+
FRECCIAROSSA 9512
Regionale 18461+
FRECCIAROSSA 9574
TUSCANY LINE 18511+
FRECCIAROSSA 9310
TUSCANY LINE 18509+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308
TUSCANY LINE 18529+
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326
Tuscany Line 18521+
FRECCIAROSSA 9320Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Prato to Bologna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato to Bologna 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 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. 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: 71 km
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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Prato to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Bologna trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TUSCANY LINE 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 10:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 11:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18671+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8509 | 10:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 12:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 11:42 Prato Centrale | 1h51 | 13:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18515+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420 | 12:30 Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 13:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 13:30 Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 14:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 14:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 15:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18681+ FRECCIAROSSA 8520 | 14:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 16:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 15:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9320 | 15:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 16:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9430 | 17:30 Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 18:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18689+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8526 | 17:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 19:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18481+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9556 | 18:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18529+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9326 | 18:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 19:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18691+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8528 | 18:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 20:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 1h17 | 20:18 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 19:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 20:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18693+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9330 | 19:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 21:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18485+ FRECCIAROSSA 9592 | 20:00 Prato Centrale | 1h35 | 21:35 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
| Saturday 6 December | |||||
Regionale 18461+ FRECCIAROSSA 9574 | 05:12 Prato Centrale | 1h16 | 06:28 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 18659+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508 | 06:12 Prato Centrale | 1h21 | 07:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18501+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9404 | 06:28 Prato Centrale | 1h30 | 07:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 | 06:47 Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 08:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 07:07 Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 08:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18505+ FRECCIAROSSA 9304 | 07:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 08:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18465+ FRECCIAROSSA 9516 | 08:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 09:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | On time 08:30 Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 09:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Tuscany Line 18665+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 08:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 10:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 09:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 10:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
TUSCANY LINE 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308 | 09:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 10:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prato to Bologna
Trains from Prato to Bologna run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 45m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 01:20 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Prato to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Prato and Bologna 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: Prato to Bologna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Bologna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prato and Bologna
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Ristorante Il Mercato
- Osteria Su Santa Trinita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Marco
- Hotel Flora
- Hotel Giardino
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities and two platforms for regional train services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free access
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local bus lines connect the station to the city center and surrounding areas.
- 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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