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Orto Botanico di Padova
One of Italy’s oldest botanical gardens, with historic beds and modern glasshouses presenting medicinal plants, rare species and research heritage.
Cheapest price on 22 Oct
£17
Average ticket price on 22 Oct
£17
Fastest journey on 22 Oct
3 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 22 Oct
3 h 38 m
Trains on 22 Oct
2
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 £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
On Thu 22 Oct, we found 2 trains from Prato to Padua, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 3 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 38 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.




Trains from Prato to Padua run on average 86 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 86 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 0:10 |
Last train 22:33 |
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The table below shows live departures for Prato to Padua trains for today, Wednesday 21 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 17800+ 8904 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 6h28 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800+ 8924 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 5h28 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800+ 8900 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 4h28 | 9:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17800 · Regionale Veloce 3962 | 4:57 Prato Centrale | 3h54 | 8:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8900 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 3h10 | 9:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ FRECCIAROSSA 9400 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 2h49 | 9:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8924 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 4h10 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17804+ 8904 | 6:15 Prato Centrale | 5h10 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17806+ 8900 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 2h40 | 9:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17806+ 8924 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 3h40 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17806+ 8904 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 4h40 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17806 · Regionale Veloce 3966 | 6:45 Prato Centrale | 3h06 | 9:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17808+ 8924 | 7:32 Prato Centrale | 2h53 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17808+ FRECCIAROSSA 9404 | 7:32 Prato Centrale | 2h32 | 10:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17810+ 8924 | 7:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 10:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17810 · Regionale Veloce 3970 | 7:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 10:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17810+ 8904 | 7:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 11:25 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+ 8906 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 4h18 | 12:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ 8904 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 3h18 | 11:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512+ 8908 | 8:07 Prato Centrale | 5h18 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Intercity 580+ 8904 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 2h52 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 580+ FRECCIAROSSA 9406 | 8:33 Prato Centrale | 2h31 | 11:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17814 · Regionale Veloce 3972 | 8:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 11:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17814+ 8906 | 8:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17814+ 8904 | 8:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 11:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17816+ 8906 | 9:13 Prato Centrale | 3h12 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17816+ 8910 | 9:13 Prato Centrale | 5h12 | 14:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17816+ 8908 | 9:13 Prato Centrale | 4h12 | 13:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18507+ FRECCIAROSSA 9490 | 9:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 12:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17818+ 8910 | 9:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 14:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17818+ 8908 | 9:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 13:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17818+ 8906 | 9:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 12:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17818 · Regionale Veloce 3994 | 9:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 12:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8914 | 10:01 Prato Centrale | 5h24 | 15:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8910 | 10:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 14:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520+ 8908 | 10:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 13:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18509+ FRECCIAROSSA 9414 | 10:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 13:04 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+ 8910 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 14:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17820+ 8908 | 10:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 13:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8916 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 5h24 | 16:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8910 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 14:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524+ 8914 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 15:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18511+ FRECCIAROSSA 9416 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 14:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17822+ 8914 | 11:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 15:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17822+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 11:43 Prato Centrale | 3h21 | 15:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17822 · Regionale Veloce 3978 | 11:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 14:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17822+ 8916 | 11:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 16:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17822+ 8910 | 11:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 14:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686+ 8918 | 11:59 Prato Centrale | 6h26 | 18:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686+ 8916 | 11:59 Prato Centrale | 4h26 | 16:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Regionale 18490 · Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686+ 8928 | 11:59 Prato Centrale | 7h26 | 19:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ 8918 | 12:12 Prato Centrale | 6h13 | 18:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ 8916 | 12:12 Prato Centrale | 4h13 | 16:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418+ 8914 | 12:12 Prato Centrale | 3h13 | 15:25 Padova | 3 changes | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 8418 | 12:12 Prato Centrale | 2h52 | 15:04 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ 8916 | 12:42 Prato Centrale | 3h43 | 16:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ 8918 | 12:42 Prato Centrale | 5h43 | 18:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532+ 8928 | 12:42 Prato Centrale | 6h43 | 19:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 17828+ 8916 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 16:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17828 · Regionale Veloce 3982 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 16:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17828+ 8928 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 5h42 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17828+ 8918 | 13:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8918 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 4h33 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8916 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 2h33 | 16:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588+ 8928 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 5h33 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 588 | 13:52 Prato Centrale | 2h06 | 15:58 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 17830+ 8918 | 14:13 Prato Centrale | 4h12 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17830+ 8928 | 14:13 Prato Centrale | 5h12 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17830+ 8920 | 14:13 Prato Centrale | 6h12 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
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+ 8920 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 5h42 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850+ 8918 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 · Regionale Veloce 3984 | 14:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 17:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8918 | 15:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 18:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8928 | 15:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 19:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540+ 8920 | 15:01 Prato Centrale | 5h24 | 20:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18519+ FRECCIAROSSA 9423 | 15:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 18:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834+ 8928 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 3h45 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834+ 8920 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 4h45 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834 · Regionale Veloce 3986 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 3h11 | 18:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17834+ 8918 | 15:40 Prato Centrale | 2h45 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ Regionale Veloce 3986 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 2h59 | 18:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8918 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 2h33 | 18:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8920 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 4h33 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Intercity 590+ 8928 | 15:52 Prato Centrale | 3h33 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ 8922 | 16:01 Prato Centrale | 5h24 | 21:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ 8928 | 16:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 19:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18475+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544+ 8920 | 16:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 20:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18521+ FRECCIAROSSA 9426 | 16:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 19:04 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836 · Regionale Veloce 3988 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 19:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8922 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 4h42 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8920 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 20:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ 8928 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 2h42 | 19:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17836+ FRECCIAROSSA 9480 | 16:43 Prato Centrale | 2h57 | 19:40 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ 8922 | 17:01 Prato Centrale | 4h24 | 21:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ 8920 | 17:01 Prato Centrale | 3h24 | 20:25 Padova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18849 · Regionale Veloce 4044+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588+ 8920 | 17:04 Prato Centrale | 3h21 | 20:25 Padova | 3 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 · Regionale Veloce 3990 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 3h08 | 20:51 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17838+ 8922 | 17:43 Prato Centrale | 3h42 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18497+ 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 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 2h19 | 21:20 Padova | 0 changesdirect | |
Intercity 592+ 8922 | 19:01 Prato Centrale | 2h24 | 21:25 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 17842 · 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 | |
Regionale 18483+ FRECCIAROSSA 9432 | 20:01 Prato Centrale | 2h26 | 22:27 Padova | 1 change | |
Regionale 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9434 | 20:30 Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 23:04 Padova | 1 change | |
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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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The most popular day trips by train from Padua are Venice, Verona, Vicenza, Treviso and Bologna. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Padua on Omio.

Venice is a lagoon city known for its canals, Gothic palaces and the legacy of the Venetian Republic. Around St Mark’s Square and beyond, it feels theatrical yet intimate, with narrow calli, quiet campi and water at every turn.
There are 240 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 35 km distance in 10m.

Verona is known for its Roman Arena and its association with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Its compact historic centre blends medieval streets, piazzas and river views with a calm, cultured feel.
There are 78 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 22:53. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 40m.

Vicenza is known for Andrea Palladio’s architecture, which gives its centre a calm, elegant character. Arcaded streets, handsome piazzas and the Teatro Olimpico make it feel cultured and distinctly Venetian without the crowds of larger cities.
There are 56 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:21. The fastest train covers the 31 km distance in 11m.

Treviso is a compact Veneto city known for canals, medieval walls and elegant arcaded streets. Closely tied to Prosecco country, it also has a strong food identity shaped by radicchio and tiramisù.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 28m.

Bologna is known for its porticoes, medieval centre and one of Europe’s oldest universities. The city feels lively yet grounded, with red-brick streets, elegant piazzas and a food culture that shapes daily life.
There are 47 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:15, the last at 23:22. The fastest train covers the 111 km distance in 59m.
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.
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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