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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bologna to Prato
Showing times and prices for Nov 06
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€10
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
71 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Prato is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Prato will cost around €10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Fast buses
Of the 36 buses that leave Bologna for Prato on Thu, Nov 06, 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 71 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 h 35 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.
06:00PM1h00
Bologna07:00PMPrato
€71One-way
0 transfers
06:50PM1h00
Bologna07:50PMPrato
€91One-way
0 transfers
BUS LP59405:36PM1h45
Bologna Centrale07:21PMPrato Centrale
€91One-way
0 transfers
BUS LP58307:59AM1h45
Bologna Centrale09:44AMPrato Centrale
€91One-way
0 transfers
BUS L599B07:05PM1h45
Bologna Centrale08:50PMPrato Centrale
€91One-way
0 transfers
06:00PM1h00
Bologna07:00PMPrato
€71One-way
0 transfers
06:50PM1h00
Bologna07:50PMPrato
€91One-way
0 transfers
05:50PM1h00
Bologna06:50PMPrato
€101One-way
0 transfers
10:10AM1h10
Bologna11:20AMPrato
€101One-way
0 transfers
272909:10AM1h35
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)10:45AMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
€101One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Bologna to Prato
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Prato among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. 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 bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 71 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€9 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Prato bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 3:10 AM
Last updated at 3:10 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Autobus TTPER B0431 | 4:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 5:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 33901 · Autobus FI71V | 4:46 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h09 | 6:55 AM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus TTPER B0433 | 5:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 6:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0435 | 5:40 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 7:25 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI01V | 6:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 7:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI03V | 6:30 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 8:15 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BUS LP583 | 6:59 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 8:44 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI05V | 7:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 8:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0437 | 8:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 9:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0439 | 9:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus | 9:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 1h45 | 11:40 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0441 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 11:55 AM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI07V | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 12:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0443 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 1:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI09V | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 2:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0445 | 2:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 3:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI11V | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 4:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI69V · Regionale 33977 | 3:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h43 | 4:53 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus TTPER B0447 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 5:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BUS LP594 | 4:36 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 6:21 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI65V · Regionale 33981 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h43 | 6:53 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
| Autobus FI13V | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 6:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| BUS L599B | 6:05 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 7:50 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0449 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 7:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 33943 · Autobus FI99V · Regionale 17851 | 6:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h34 | 8:50 PM Prato Centrale | 2 transfers | |
| Autobus FI15V | 7:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 8:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus TTPER B0499 | 7:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 9:35 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Autobus FI17V | 9:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 1h45 | 10:55 PM Prato Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Regionale TTPER 33949 · Autobus FI73V | 9:16 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 2h34 | 11:50 PM Prato Centrale | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bologna to Prato
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Buses from Bologna to Prato run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 71 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 1h 29m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus from Bologna to PratoYou can travel by bus between Bologna to Prato with Itabus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Marino Autolinee, FlixBus for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Itabus
About
Itabus is a leading bus company in Italy, providing reliable and comfortable transportation services to its customers. Itabus operates a fleet of modern buses, ranging from luxury coaches to standard buses, all equipped with air conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard entertainment.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 29m
Cheapest Price
€6
Itabus frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Dedicated seating areas; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Marino Autolinee
About
MarinoBus is an Italian bus company with more than 200 destinations and 6,000 connections across Italy and Europe. Originally focused on Basilicata and Apulia, its network has expanded to cover the rest of Italy as well as Switzerland, France, Germany, and Luxembourg. All MarinoBus coaches are equipped with spacious reclining seats, air conditioning, onboard restrooms, WiFi, minibars, and color TVs. For your next trip, you can book the standard ticket, which includes one piece of hand luggage and up to two checked bags per passenger
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 50m
Cheapest Price
€24
Marino Autolinee frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 45m
Cheapest Price
€8
FlixBus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
4 a day
FAQs: Bus from Bologna to Prato
FAQs: Take the bus from Bologna to Prato with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Bologna to Prato.
Cheap coach tickets from Bologna to Prato can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bologna to Prato is €10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time from Bologna to Prato is on average 1 h 29 min for the 70 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Bologna and Prato by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bologna to Prato leaves at 05: 59. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Bologna to Prato leaves at 20: 10.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bologna to Prato without having to change trains with Regionale, Marino Autolinee, Itabus or FlixBus. There are 2 direct coaches from Bologna to Prato each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the route from Bologna to Prato you can take a coach with Regionale, BlaBlaCar, Marino Autolinee, Infobus, Itabus, El Pilar, Trenitalia or FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Bologna and Prato on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
When departing from Bologna, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bologna, Stazione Centrale, Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna, Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre), Bologna, Viale Angelo Masini, Bologna, Piazza Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Bologna, Piaza XX Settembre. When arriving in Prato, you can end your route in coach stations like Prato, Piazzale Del Museo and Prato, Stazione Prato Centrale.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bologna, Stazione Centrale, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Prato, Piazzale Del Museo, located 2.7 miles (4.3 km) away from the city centre.
A day trip to Prato from Bologna is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bologna to Prato is February.
You have options as you can travel between Bologna and Prato 2 different ways: train or coach.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bologna to Prato
Bologna
Prato
The major bus station for departures in Bologna is Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna for your trip from Bologna to Prato.
Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:30
Distance to city center
5 km
Car connection
Via del TriumviratoWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
- Available outside the arrivals area.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bologna, Aeroporto di Bologna
- Bus: 54, 81, 91
Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
Amenities at bus station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:30-23:00
Distance to city center
1 kmCar connection
Piazza XX SettembreWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Autostazione (in the station)
- Trattoria del Rosso (0.5 km)
- Osteria Broccaindosso (0.7 km).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transit options for Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre)
- Bus: 11, 21, 25, 30 Train: Bologna Centrale
The major bus station for arrivals in Prato is Prato, Stazione Prato Centrale. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Prato, Stazione Prato Centrale for your trip to Prato from Bologna.
Prato, Stazione Prato Centrale
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Prato, Piazzale Del Museo
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