Florence to Prato Centrale bus with BlaBlaCar

Tue, May 05
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Prato Centrale

Showing times and prices for May 05

Cheapest price

€2

Average price

€5

Fastest journey

15 m

Average duration

18 m

Buses per day

8

Distance

17 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence to Prato Centrale is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Florence to Prato Centrale will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €2.

Fast buses

Of the 8 buses that leave Florence for Prato Centrale on Tue, May 05, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, May 05 the direct buses cover the 17 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 m .

On Tue, May 05 the slowest buses will take 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.

  • BlaBlaCar
    6:10 AM0h20
    Florence
    6:30 AMPrato Centrale
    €21One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    5:50 PM0h20
    Florence
    6:10 PMPrato Centrale
    €31One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    12:10 PM0h30
    Florence
    12:40 PMPrato Centrale
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    1:10 PM0h20
    Florence
    1:30 PMPrato Centrale
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar
    6:30 AM0h50
    Florence
    7:20 AMPrato Centrale
    €41One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Florence to Prato Centrale

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence to Prato Centrale among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, and a bus costs an average of €3.

Distance: 17 km

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Train

€5

Average price

€3

Average price

Cheapest

1h 0m

Average total duration

30m

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30m

Additional time*

49m

Average total duration

Fastest

19m

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30m

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Live departures

Florence to Prato Centrale bus times

The table below shows live departures for Florence to Prato Centrale buses for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
11:25 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
Tuesday, May 5
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:30 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
0h40
1:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus12:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
1:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
7:25 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Florence to Prato Centrale

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Buses from Florence to Prato Centrale run on average 7 times per day, taking around 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by train.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 17 km distance in 15m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3
Distance
17 km
Average bus duration
30m
Cheapest ticket price
€3
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
15m
First bus
3:20 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €3

Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali from Florence to Prato CentraleYou can travel by bus between Florence to Prato Centrale with BlaBlaCar, C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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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

C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 0m
C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi frequency
2 a day

Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
33m
Cheapest Price
€2
Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali frequency
48 a day

FAQs: Bus from Florence to Prato Centrale

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Prato Centrale 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 Centrale, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Florence to Prato Centrale can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Florence to Prato Centrale is €5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Florence to Prato Centrale is 15m to travel the 17 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Florence to Prato Centrale leaves at 3:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Florence to Prato Centrale leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Florence to Prato Centrale with BlaBlaCar, C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Florence to Prato Centrale, you can count on BlaBlaCar, C.A.P. Consorzio Autolinee Pratesi, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali for the best way to get you to Prato Centrale. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Florence and Prato Centrale and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Prato Centrale from Florence is worth doing with a journey time of 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Florence to Prato Centrale is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Prato Centrale including taking a bus and train.
No, the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
No, luggage for the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Florence to Prato Centrale.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Florence to Prato Centrale

Florence
Prato
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)WifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, Italy
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via di Scandicci
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)
  • Bus: 37, 72 Tram: T1
Firenze, Piazzale MontelungoWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
Piazzale Montelungo, Florence, Italy
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-21:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via Valfonda
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available near the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
  • Bus: 12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella

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