The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€4
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€5
Fastest journey on Sep 19
15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
28 m
Buses on Sep 19
2
Distance
17 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 40 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.
10:10 PM0h15Florence Santa Maria Novella10:25 PMPrato€41One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM0h40Florence Santa Maria Novella12:10 AMPrato€51One-way0 transfers
10:10 PM0h15Florence Santa Maria Novella10:25 PMPrato€41One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM0h40Florence Santa Maria Novella12:10 AMPrato€51One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €3 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, while a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 17 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€6 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest | €4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato:
A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato costing on average €6.
Other travel options to Prato take longer:
Bus takes on average 40m.
Compare prices and tickets Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato
Buses from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato run on average 1 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 22:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 17 km distance in 40m.
Distance 17 km |
Average bus duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 40m |
First bus 10:30 PM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to PratoYou can travel by bus between Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato with FlixBus for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Prato, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato
Most Florence Santa Maria Novella to Prato buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Prato, Piazzale Del Museo station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence Santa Maria Novella and Prato bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
