- Must visit
Museo del Carnevale
Museum dedicated to Viareggio’s Carnival, displaying floats, masks and designs that explain the city’s famous festive tradition.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Viareggio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Viareggio will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
On Wed 11 Nov, we found 2 trains from Prato to Viareggio, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 20 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 Viareggio run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:27, the last at 23:30. The fastest train covers the 67 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 67 km |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 5:27 |
Last train 23:30 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Prato to Viareggio.
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Viareggio trains for today, Tuesday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale 18489 · Regionale Veloce 4027 · Regionale 19346 | 11:01 Prato Centrale | 1h53 | 12:54 Viareggio station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18511 · Regionale 18367 | 11:30 Prato Centrale | 1h52 | 13:22 Viareggio station | 1 change | |
Regionale 18512 | 12:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 13:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18514 | 13:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 14:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18518 | 14:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 15:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18520 | 15:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 16:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18522 | 16:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 17:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18524 | 17:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 18:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18528 | 18:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 19:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18530 | 19:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 20:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18532 | 20:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 21:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18485 · Regionale 18333+ Intercity 822 | 21:00 Prato Centrale | 2h02 | 23:02 Viareggio station | 2 changes | |
Regionale 18534 | 21:30 Prato Centrale | 1h41 | 23:11 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
Regionale 18536 | 22:30 Prato Centrale | 1h20 | 23:50 Viareggio station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Discover the best of Viareggio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Viareggio trip today.
Museum dedicated to Viareggio’s Carnival, displaying floats, masks and designs that explain the city’s famous festive tradition.
Civic gallery and museum with paintings, sculptures and local cultural collections inside a Liberty-style seafront building.
Museum inside a historic tower presenting local history exhibitions and cultural displays linked to Viareggio and the surrounding area.
Viareggio’s famous seafront promenade, lined with Liberty architecture, beach clubs, shops and broad views of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Lively pinewood park area ideal for walking, cycling and shade, popular with locals and visitors looking for a quieter green escape.
Canal-side area around the harbour with fishing boats, seafood market life and a more local atmosphere than the main promenade.
Seafood stew from the Viareggio coast, made with mixed fish and shellfish in tomato sauce. It is a classic expression of the town’s fishing heritage.
Short pasta traditionally served with fresh local clams, garlic, parsley and olive oil. A staple seaside dish closely tied to Tuscan coastal cooking.
Rice cooked with small local clams known as arselle. It is prized for its delicate briny flavour and long association with Versilia’s shoreline.
Established seafood restaurant on the seafront, known for fresh fish dishes and a classic Viareggio atmosphere.
Refined restaurant specialising in fish and shellfish, offering polished service and elegant seafront dining.
Well-known local spot for seafood and Tuscan specialities, with a relaxed dining room and dependable traditional cooking.
Moderate for an Italian seaside resort. Summer stays and beach clubs raise costs, but casual dining, coffee and local buses remain fairly manageable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for very good service.
Official public transport app
Stazione di Viareggio -> Piazza Mazzini, Viareggio
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Viareggio.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Viareggio 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 Viareggio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Prato to Viareggio trains use the Prato Centrale to Viareggio station pair. Use this guide to compare Prato and Viareggio 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.
Viareggio 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Da Giorgio, Ristorante Santa Monica
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Viareggio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Viareggio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Viareggio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Viareggio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Viareggio: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Hotel President, Hotel Bella Riviera.
Check train stations information for Prato and Viareggio, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need