The cheapest and fastest trains from Prato to Bologna
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
55
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 £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 55 trains that leave Prato for Bologna every day 38 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 55 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 1782813:430h56Prato Centrale14:39Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Regionale 178046:150h56Prato Centrale7:11Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Regionale 1783817:430h56Prato Centrale18:39Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Regionale 178004:571h01Prato Centrale5:58Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Regionale TTPER 178148:430h56Prato Centrale9:39Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Regionale 1785222:490h45Prato Centrale23:34Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Intercity 59619:520h50Prato Centrale20:42Bologna Centrale£141One-way0 changes
Regionale 178087:320h53Prato Centrale8:25Bologna Centrale£101One-way0 changes
Regionale 178066:450h54Prato Centrale7:39Bologna San Ruffillo£91One-way0 changes
Intercity 58813:520h55Prato Centrale14:47Bologna Centrale£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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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Live departures
Prato to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Bologna trains for today, Monday 20 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Intercity 580 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 1h05 | 9:38 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 9:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17814 | 8:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 9:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17816 | 9:13 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 10:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17816 | 9:13 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 10:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:30 Prato Centrale | 1h28 | 10:58 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18665+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506 | 9:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 11:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 10:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 11:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9308 | 10:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 11:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18669+ FRECCIAROSSA 8508 | 10:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 12:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 12:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 12:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18671+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8509 | 11:42 Prato Centrale | 1h31 | 13:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 12:42 Prato Centrale | 1h51 | 14:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17828 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 14:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17828 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 14:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 588 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 0h55 | 14:47 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17830 | 14:13 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 15:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17830 | 14:13 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 15:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 15:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 15:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 15:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 16:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 1h15 | 16:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17834 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 0h59 | 16:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 590 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 0h58 | 16:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 16:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 17:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 17:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17836 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 17:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 17:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18849 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 17:04 Prato Centrale | 1h29 | 18:33 Bologna Centrale | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17838 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 18:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17838 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 18:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18497+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 18:01 Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 19:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Intercity 592 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 0h55 | 19:56 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17842 | 19:13 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 20:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17842 | 19:13 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 20:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17844 | 20:13 Prato Centrale | 1h07 | 21:20 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17844 | 20:13 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 21:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 20:30 Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 21:48 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17856 | 21:13 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 22:09 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17856 | 21:13 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 22:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 22:49 Prato Centrale | 1h01 | 23:50 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 22:49 Prato Centrale | 0h45 | 23:34 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 21 April | |||||
Regionale 17800 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 1h19 | 6:16 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 1h01 | 5:58 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17804 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 1h14 | 7:29 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17804 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 7:11 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17806 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 1h10 | 7:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17806 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 0h54 | 7:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17808 | 7:32 Prato Centrale | 0h53 | 8:25 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17810 | 7:43 Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 8:39 Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17810 | 7:43 Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 8:55 Bologna Centrale | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 | 7:47 Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 9:13 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 9:33 Bologna Centrale | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prato to Bologna
Trains from Prato to Bologna run on average 37 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 15 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 37 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 1:20 |
Last train 23:44 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
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