Florence to Prato bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Florence to Prato

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 14

Cheapest price on Sep 14

€4

Average ticket price on Sep 14

€8

Fastest journey on Sep 14

15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 14

21 m

Buses on Sep 14

4

Distance

18 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Florence 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 to Prato will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast buses

On Mon, Sep 14, we found 4 buses from Florence to Prato, including 4 direct services.

On Mon, Sep 14 the direct buses cover the 18 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 m .

On Mon, Sep 14 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:10 PM0h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    7:25 PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM0h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    11:25 PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
    €41One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:30 AM0h40
    Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
    1:10 AMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
    €121One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 AM0h15
    Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
    1:10 AMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
    €121One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Florence to Prato

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Florence 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 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €3, while a bus costs an average of €6.

Distance: 18 km

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€6

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€3

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Average total duration

27m

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18m

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The cheapest way to travel from Florence to Prato is a train with an average price of €3.

This is compared to other travel options from Florence to Prato:

A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Florence to Prato costing on average €6.

The fastest way to travel from Florence to Prato is by train with an average journey time of 18m.

Other travel options to Prato take longer:

Bus takes on average 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Prato including taking a train and bus.

Live departures

Florence to Prato bus times

The table below shows live departures for Florence to Prato buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus7:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
7:25 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus11:10 PM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
11:25 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
Monday, September 14
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 AM Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo
0h40
1:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:55 AM Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence)
0h15
1:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Florence to Prato buses with Omio?

FlixBus as well as Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali and more offer buses services from Florence to Prato.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Florence to Prato.

Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze or Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Prato.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Marino Autolinee, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze or Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Prato.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Florence to Prato.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Florence to Prato

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Buses from Florence to Prato run on average 7 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €4 but you can travel from only €3 by train.

There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 18 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
18 km
Average bus duration
27m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Buses per day
7
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
15m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
11:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 days
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: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali from Florence to PratoYou can travel by bus between Florence to Prato with FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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 FlixBus Duration
15m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
€4
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.
Learn more about FlixBus

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 Marino Autolinee Duration
25m
Cheapest Marino Autolinee Price
€4
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.
Learn more about Marino Autolinee

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 Itabus Duration
14m
Cheapest Itabus Price
€5
Itabus frequency
2 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.

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
5 a day

Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze Duration
35m
Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze frequency
1 a day

Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali Duration
18m
Cheapest Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali Price
€2
Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali frequency
23 a day

FAQs: Bus from Florence to Prato

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Florence to Prato can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Florence to Prato is €6; 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 is 15m to travel the 18 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 leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Florence to Prato leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 7 direct coaches a day from Florence to Prato with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Florence to Prato, you can count on FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus, Autolinee Toscane - ExtraUrbano Firenze, Autolinee Toscane - Linee Regionali for the best way to get you to Prato. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Florence and Prato and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Florence , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo . When arriving in Prato , you can end your trip in coach stations like Prato, Piazzale Del Museo .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Florence), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Prato, Piazzale Del Museo, located 0 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Prato 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 is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Florence and Prato including taking a train and bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Florence to Prato:
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible restrooms.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • Itabus
    • Assistance
    • Dedicated seating areas
    • Accessible restrooms.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Florence to Prato for coach company FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Florence to Prato depends on the coach companies:
  • Marino Autolinee
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
  • FlixBus
    • 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.
  • Itabus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Florence to Prato.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Florence to Prato:
  • Marino Autolinee
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
  • Itabus
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Florence to Prato:
  • Marino Autolinee
    • 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
  • Itabus
    • 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Florence to Prato. The following conditions apply:
  • Marino Autolinee
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
  • Itabus
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Florence to Prato with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Florence to Prato with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Florence to Prato with the following coach company: FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, Itabus.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Florence to Prato

Most Florence to Prato buses use the Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) to Prato, Piazzale Del Museo station pair. Use this guide to compare Florence and Prato bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Florence
Arrival bus stations in Prato

Which Florence station do buses to Prato leave from?

Buses from Florence to Prato leave from Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze). The station is 1 km from Florence city centre at Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, Italy.
Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze)Villa Costanza, Scandicci, Florence, ItalyWifiParkingATMAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) from Florence city centre

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:

BusN997, N531, N520, N544, N1550, N523 · 20m · €1
TramT1.3 · 17m · €2 · every ~22 min
T1.3 · 21m · €2 · every ~22 min

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) bus station facilities and services

Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Parking, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Scandicci, Villa Costanza (Firenze): Elevators, ramps.

Firenze, Piazzale MontelungoPiazzale Montelungo, Florence, ItalyWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo from Florence city centre

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus12, 13, 17 Train: Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo bus station facilities and services

Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze, Piazzale Montelungo: Elevators, ramps.

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