What is the cheapest way to get from Florence to Prato?

The cheapest way to get from Florence to Prato is to rideshare which costs €2 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Florence to Prato?

The fastest way to get from Florence to Prato is to train which takes 19 min and costs €1 - €4.

Is there a direct bus between Florence and Prato?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Firenze T2 Guidoni and arriving at Via Ceppo Vecchio. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Florence and Prato?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Firenze S.M.N. and arriving at Prato Centrale. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Florence to Prato?

The distance between Florence and Prato is 16 km. The road distance is 20.2 km.

How do I travel from Florence to Prato without a car?

The best way to get from Florence to Prato without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs €1 - €4.

How long does it take to get from Florence to Prato?

The train from Firenze S.M.N. to Prato Centrale takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Florence to Prato bus from?

Florence to Prato bus services, operated by Autolinee Toscane, depart from Firenze T2 Guidoni station.

Where do I catch the Florence to Prato train from?

Florence to Prato train services, operated by Trenitalia, depart from Firenze S.M.N. station.

Train or bus from Florence to Prato?

The best way to get from Florence to Prato is to train which takes 19 min and costs €1 - €4. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €1 - €3 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Florence to Prato bus arrive?

Florence to Prato bus services, operated by Autolinee Toscane, arrive at Via Ceppo Vecchio station.

Where does the Florence to Prato train arrive?

Florence to Prato train services, operated by Trenitalia, arrive at Prato Centrale station.

Can I drive from Florence to Prato?

Yes, the driving distance between Florence to Prato is 20 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Florence to Prato.

How do I get a train ticket from Florence to Prato?

Book your Florence to Prato train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Florence to Prato?

Book your Florence to Prato bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Prato?

There are 8142+ hotels available in Prato.

Can I share a ride from Florence to Prato?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Florence and Prato. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Florence to Prato by train (Trenitalia), bus, rideshare, taxi, or car

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Train (Trenitalia)
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1. Take the train from Firenze S.M.N. to Prato Centraletrain Re / ...
19 min
€1–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Firenze T2 Guidoni to Via Ceppo Vecchiobus R1
30 min
€1–3
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Florence to Pratorideshare 23.6 km
40 min
€2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Florence to Pratotaxi 20.2 km
20 min
€28–35
Drive 20.2 km
1. Drive from Florence to Pratocar 20.2 km
20 min
€4–5

Florence to Prato by train (Trenitalia)

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Distance: 16.4 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Florence, Italy and Prato, Italy?

Trenitalia operates a train from Firenze S.M.N. to Prato Centrale every 15 minutes. Tickets cost €2–4 and the journey takes 19 min. Trenitalia Intercity also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, Autolinee Toscane operates a bus from Firenze T2 Guidoni to Via Ceppo Vecchio hourly. Tickets cost €1–3 and the journey takes 30 min. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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