What is the distance between Bologna and Prato?

The distance between the two cities is 45 miles (72 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bologna to Prato?

If you're headed to Prato from Bologna, chances are that your bus will depart from Bologna and arrive at Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Bologna to Prato from $8 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	11:25pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	11:25pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Cheapest
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Fastest
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	11:25pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Cheapest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:40pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	11:25pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags

Next departures for Bologna to Prato on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00pm	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	5:29pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Cheapest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 29m	7:39am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 45m	12:40pm	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags
Bus	9:10am	Bologna Autostazione	1h 35m	10:45am	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Bologna to Prato

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Prato. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13carpool per day

1h 10mAverage Duration

45 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$9 - $66	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$12 - $15	Average Duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$6 - $21	Average Duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Prato?

Stops in Bologna

A
Bologna
B
Piazza XX Settembre
Piazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
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C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy
D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy
E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy
F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy

Stops in Prato

A
Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus
Piazzale del Museo, 59100 Prato PO, Italy
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B
Prato Bus Stop
Piazza della Stazione, 13, 59100 Prato PO, Italy
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FlixBus

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Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Itabus

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Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bologna to Prato by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

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$16

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$18

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$9

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$8

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$8

11/26

$8

11/27

$8

11/28

$9

The cheapest trip from Bologna to Prato was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $8

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Prato, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $8 to $33 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Prato based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $8 which is on 2025-11-24.

Usually Itabus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.