The cheapest and fastest trains from Prato to Bologna
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
71 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prato to Bologna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prato to Bologna will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 38 trains that leave Prato for Bologna on Sun, Dec 21, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 71 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
Regionale TTPER 17936
Regionale TTPER 17856
Regionale TTPER 17934
Regionale TTPER 17850
Regionale 17836
Regionale 17852
Intercity 596
Intercity 1588
Intercity 592
Intercity 588Travel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prato to Bologna 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 1h 5m. 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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1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Prato to Bologna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prato to Bologna trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Regionale 17806 | 5:45 AM Prato Centrale | 1h10 | 6:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17806 | 5:45 AM Prato Centrale | 0h54 | 6:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale Veloce 18659+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9508 | 6:12 AM Prato Centrale | 1h21 | 7:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17810 | 6:43 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 7:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17810 | 6:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 7:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 18503+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8502 | 6:47 AM Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 8:13 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 18463+ FRECCIAROSSA 9512 | 7:07 AM Prato Centrale | 1h26 | 8:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 580 | 7:33 AM Prato Centrale | 1h05 | 8:38 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17814 | 7:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 8:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17814 | 7:43 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 8:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17816 | 8:13 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 9:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17816 | 8:13 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 9:09 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17818 | 8:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 9:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17818 | 8:43 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 9:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18467+ FRECCIAROSSA 9520 | 9:01 AM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 10:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17820 | 9:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 10:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17820 | 9:43 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 10:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18489+ FRECCIAROSSA 9524 | 10:01 AM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 11:33 AM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17822 | 10:43 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 11:39 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17822 | 10:43 AM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 11:55 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18490 · Regionale 18156 · Regionale TTPER 17686 | 10:59 AM Prato Centrale | 2h34 | 1:33 PM Bologna Borgo Panigale | 2 transfers | |
Intercity 584+ Regionale 18220+ FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8418 | 11:12 AM Prato Centrale | 1h46 | 12:58 PM Bologna Centrale | 2 transfers | |
Tuscany Line 18673+ FRECCIAROSSA 9532 | 11:42 AM Prato Centrale | 1h51 | 1:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17828 | 12:43 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 1:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17828 | 12:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 1:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 588 | 12:52 PM Prato Centrale | 0h55 | 1:47 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18473+ FRECCIAROSSA 9584 | 1:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 2:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 | 1:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 2:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17850 | 1:43 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 2:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18491+ FRECCIAROSSA 9540 | 2:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 3:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17834 | 2:40 PM Prato Centrale | 1h15 | 3:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17834 | 2:40 PM Prato Centrale | 0h59 | 3:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 590 | 2:52 PM Prato Centrale | 0h58 | 3:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18477+ FRECCIAROSSA 9544 | 3:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 4:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17836 | 3:43 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 4:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17836 | 3:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 4:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18493+ FRECCIAROSSA 9588 | 4:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 5:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale 17838 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 5:39 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17838 | 4:43 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 5:55 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Tuscany Line 18497+ FRECCIAROSSA 9552 | 5:01 PM Prato Centrale | 1h32 | 6:33 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 592 | 6:01 PM Prato Centrale | 0h55 | 6:56 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17842 | 6:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 7:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17842 | 6:13 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 7:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Intercity 596 | 6:52 PM Prato Centrale | 0h50 | 7:42 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17844 | 7:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h07 | 8:20 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17844 | 7:13 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 8:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
TUSCANY LINE 18531+ FRECCIAROSSA 9328 | 7:30 PM Prato Centrale | 1h18 | 8:48 PM Bologna Centrale | 1 transfer | |
Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:13 PM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 9:09 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale TTPER 17856 | 8:13 PM Prato Centrale | 1h12 | 9:25 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 9:49 PM Prato Centrale | 1h01 | 10:50 PM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17852 | 9:49 PM Prato Centrale | 0h45 | 10:34 PM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
Regionale 17800 | 3:57 AM Prato Centrale | 1h19 | 5:16 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17800 | 3:57 AM Prato Centrale | 1h01 | 4:58 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17804 | 5:15 AM Prato Centrale | 1h14 | 6:29 AM Bologna Centrale | 0 transfersDirect | |
Regionale 17804 | 5:15 AM Prato Centrale | 0h56 | 6:11 AM Bologna San Ruffillo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Prato to Bologna
Trains from Prato to Bologna run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 71 km distance in 45m.
Distance 71 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 01:20 |
Last train 23:44 |
Train companies: Regionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento from Prato to Bologna trainsRegionale, Intercity, Frecciarossa, Intercity Notte, Frecciargento trains will get you between Prato and Bologna from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Prato to Bologna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prato to Bologna by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bologna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Prato, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Prato Centrale, Prato Porta al Serraglio and Prato Borgonuovo. When arriving in Bologna, you can end your trip in train stations like Bologna Centrale, Bologna, Aeroporto and Bologna Borgo Panigale.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prato Centrale, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Bologna Centrale, located 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prato to Bologna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Via del Romito.
- Ristorante Il Mercato
- Osteria Su Santa Trinita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel President
- Art Hotel Museo
- Wall Art Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Florence, Bologna, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional and intercity services
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Saturday
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Ristorante Il Mercato
- Osteria Su Santa Trinita
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel San Marco
- Hotel Flora
- Hotel Giardino
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities and two platforms for regional train services.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free access
- The station is a small facility with basic amenities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local bus lines connect the station to the city center and surrounding areas.
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Free parking available near the station
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- San Ruffillo House
- Hotel Il Guercino
- Hotel Porta San Mamolo
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with several spaces for short-term and long-term parking.
- Ristorante Il Patio
- Trattoria Bonora
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Flyon Hotel
- Hotel Bologna Airport
- Hotel Del Borgo
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available connecting to Bologna city center
- Taxi services available
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