1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£39
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
2 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
2 h 21 m
Trains on 06 Sept
85
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Padua will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 85 trains from Prato to Padua, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 6 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 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 17824 · Regionale Veloce 3980
Regionale TTPER 17936 · Regionale Veloce 3992
Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce 3986
Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974
Regionale 17804 · Regionale Veloce 3966
Intercity 588
Intercity 592
Intercity 592+
8922
Intercity 1588+
FRECCIAROSSA 9434
Intercity 580+
FRECCIAROSSA 9406Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a flight costs an average of £128.
Distance: 181 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£18 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price | £128 Average Price | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prato to Padua:
A train is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Prato to Padua costing on average £21.
A train is £110 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prato to Padua costing on average £128.
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 2m.
Flight takes on average 3h 8m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 17m by train vs 2h 18m by car) and roughly £29 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£18 vs £47). 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 Intercity, Italo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Padua trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 20:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 23:04 Padova | 1 change | |
| Sunday 6 September | |||||
Regionale 17800+ 8924 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 5h28 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 3h54 | 8:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800+ 8906 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 7h28 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800+ 8904 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 6h28 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8904 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 5h10 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8906 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 6h10 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 2h49 | 9:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 3h36 | 9:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8924 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 4h10 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ 8904 | 7:47 Prato Centrale | 3h38 | 11:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ 8906 | 7:47 Prato Centrale | 4h38 | 12:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 8502+ 8908 | 7:47 Prato Centrale | 5h38 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ 8904 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 3h18 | 11:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ 8906 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 4h18 | 12:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ 8908 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 5h18 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ 8908 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 4h52 | 13:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 2h31 | 11:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ 8906 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 3h52 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 3h18 | 11:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ 8904 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 2h52 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 12:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ 8906 | 9:30 Prato Centrale | 2h55 | 12:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ 8908 | 9:30 Prato Centrale | 3h55 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18667+ FRECCIAROSSA 8506+ 8908 | 9:42 Prato Centrale | 3h43 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 18280+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8908 | 9:59 Prato Centrale | 3h26 | 13:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 18280+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8914 | 9:59 Prato Centrale | 5h26 | 15:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 583+ Regionale 18280+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8910 | 9:59 Prato Centrale | 4h26 | 14:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 10:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 13:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17820+ 8910 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 14:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17820+ 8914 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 15:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17820 · Regionale Veloce 3974 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 13:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17820+ 8908 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 13:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18469+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8910 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 14:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18469+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8914 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 15:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18469+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8916 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 5h24 | 16:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ 8914 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 3h55 | 15:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ 8910 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 2h55 | 14:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9310+ 8916 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 4h55 | 16:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18513+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 14:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18471+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:01 Prato Centrale | 3h03 | 15:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18471+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8914 | 12:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 15:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18471+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8918 | 12:01 Prato Centrale | 6h24 | 18:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18471+ FRECCIAROSSA 9514+ 8916 | 12:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 16:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17824 · Regionale Veloce 3980 | 12:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 15:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17824+ FRECCIAROSSA 8816 | 12:43 Prato Centrale | 2h48 | 15:31 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17824+ 8918 | 12:43 Prato Centrale | 5h42 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17824+ 8914 | 12:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 15:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17824+ 8916 | 12:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 16:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8928 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 5h33 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8916 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 2h33 | 16:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8918 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 4h33 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 2h06 | 15:58 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18517+ FRECCIAROSSA 9422 | 14:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 17:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850+ 8928 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850+ 8918 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850+ 8920 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 5h42 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 17:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 15:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 18:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17934+ 8920 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 4h45 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17934+ 8918 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 2h45 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17934+ 8928 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 3h45 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17934 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 3h11 | 18:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8920 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 4h33 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8918 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 2h33 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8928 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 3h33 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18523+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 16:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 19:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8922 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8928 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8920 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 2h57 | 19:40 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 19:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18479+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ 8922 | 17:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 21:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18479+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ 8920 | 17:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 20:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18525+ FRECCIAROSSA 9428 | 17:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 20:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17838+ 8920 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17838+ 8922 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17838 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 20:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18495+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552+ 8922 | 18:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 21:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18527+ FRECCIAROSSA 9430 | 18:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 21:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 592+ 8922 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 2h24 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 592 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 2h19 | 21:20 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17936 · Regionale Veloce 3992 | 19:13 Prato Centrale | 3h38 | 22:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 596+ Regionale Veloce 3992 | 19:52 Prato Centrale | 2h59 | 22:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 596+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 19:52 Prato Centrale | 2h35 | 22:27 Padova | 1 change | |
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Trains from Prato to Padua run on average 28 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 22:33 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Padua — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Padua trip today.
One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
City museum complex covering archaeology, medieval and modern art, and applied arts, next to the Scrovegni Chapel and Giardini dell’Arena.
Museum on the history of medicine and the University of Padua, with interactive displays, instruments and stories of scientific discovery.
Lively main square bordered by arcades and historic buildings, busy with markets, strolling and views towards Palazzo della Ragione.
Busy market square south of Palazzo della Ragione, filled with daily city life and a useful stop for experiencing Padua beyond monuments.
Elegant central square known for cafés, arcades and evening atmosphere, facing the Palazzo del Bo and linked to the old university quarter.
Slow-cooked hen stewed with celery, carrot and onion, traditionally served with pevarada sauce. A classic Paduan festive dish with medieval roots.
Risotto made with peas, often from nearby Baone or Lumignano, prized in spring for its sweet local produce and creamy Veneto style.
Fresh bigoli pasta with duck ragù, a hearty Veneto staple popular in Padua for Sunday and festive meals.
Refined restaurant in central Padua serving elegant Italian dishes in a polished, contemporary setting.
Historic central osteria known for traditional Paduan cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, classic dining room.
Casual bacaro-style stop inside the market area, good for cicchetti, local wine and quick tastes of regional products.
Moderate for northern Italy. Hotels and dining are a little cheaper than Venice, while local buses and everyday cafés stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Padua 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 Padua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Padua trains use the Prato Centrale to Padova station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato and Padua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Prato Centrale is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Prato Centrale. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Prato Centrale. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Prato Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Centrale: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Centrale: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel President, Art Hotel Museo, Wall Art Hotel.
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 options include: Ristorante Il Mercato, Osteria Su Santa Trinita
Ticket office support is available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio.
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Porta Al Serraglio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel San Marco, Hotel Flora, Hotel Giardino.
Prato Borgonuovo is 1 km from Prato city centre. Public transport options include:
Prato Borgonuovo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Prato Borgonuovo.
Available at Prato Borgonuovo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Prato Borgonuovo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Prato Borgonuovo: Elevators, ramps.
Padova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Zairo, Trattoria Al Fungo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Padova. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Padova. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Padova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Padova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Padova: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Grand'Italia, NH Padova, Hotel Europa.
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