Rome to Prato bus with Itabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Rome to Prato

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€8

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

3 h

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Buses per day

15

Distance

249 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Rome to Prato will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.

Fast buses

Of the 15 buses that leave Rome for Prato on Thu, Nov 06, 10 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 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.

Itabus1120
01:15PM4h09
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
05:24PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
81One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:40AM3h55
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
02:35PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
151One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
10:15AM3h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:55PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
161One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:00PM4h10
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
01:10AMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
171One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:45PM3h40
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
06:25PMPrato, Piazzale Del Museo
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Prato

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rome to Prato among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €55.

Distance: 249 km

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Flight

€16

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

€218

Average price

4h 14m

Average total duration

3h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 52m

Average total duration

3h 22m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 5m

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Fastest

1h 5m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

Itabus

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Rome to Prato bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 12:44 AM
Last updated at 12:44 AM

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Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus · FlixBus6:55 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h45
11:40 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo1 transfer
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:40 AM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
3h55
1:35 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
marino_autolinee20612:50 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h20
5:10 PM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:00 PM Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
4h10
12:10 AM Prato, Piazzale Del Museo0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Rome to Prato

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Buses from Rome to Prato run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €7 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
249 km
Average bus duration
3h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
€7
Buses per day
12
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
3h 34m
First bus
00:10
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, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar from Rome to PratoYou can travel by bus between Rome to Prato with Itabus, FlixBus, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar for as low as €7. 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
3h 34m
Cheapest Price
€7
Itabus frequency
5 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.

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
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
€11
FlixBus frequency
6 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.

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
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
€16
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.

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 Rome to Prato

FAQs: Take the bus from Rome 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 Rome to Prato.
FAQs
On average the Rome to Prato coach time is 4 h 9 min   covering the 248 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Rome to Prato leaves at 06: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Rome to Prato leaves at 22: 00.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Rome to Prato without having to change trains with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar. There are 4 direct coaches from Rome to Prato each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Rome to Prato coach with El Pilar, Marino Autolinee, BlaBlaCar, Itabus or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey from Rome to Prato as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Rome, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rome, Roma Ostiense, Rome, Termini (G) and Rome, Termini. When arriving in Prato, you can end your trip in coach stations like Prato, Piazzale Del Museo, Prato, Stazione Prato Centrale and Prato.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rome, Roma Ostiense, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.8 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Rome to Prato by coach is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Prato including taking a coach, flight or train.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Rome to Prato

Rome
Prato
The major bus station for departures in Rome is Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus) for your trip from Rome to Prato.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Ristorante Italiano (in the station)
  • Fast Food Express (in the station)
  • Caffè del Terminal (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the arrivals terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Fiumicino, Aeroporto Leonardo de Vinci (T3 Arrivi - Stazione degli autobus)
  • Bus: 520, 720 Train: Leonardo Express
Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
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Ciampino, Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma–Ciampino "G. B. Pastine"
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