How much does a bus ticket from Prato to Bologna cost?

The bus ticket price from Prato to Bologna starts at R 145. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Prato to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Prato to Bologna?

The average travel time between Prato and Bologna is around 1h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 72 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Prato and Bologna?

The number of buses from Prato to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Prato to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Prato to Bologna?

When taking the bus from Prato to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Itabus.

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

Buses travelling between Prato and Bologna leave from Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus or Prato Bus Stop and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.

Bus Prato to Bologna from R 124 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	06:10	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 40m	07:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:05	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	19:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:05	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	19:50	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	06:10	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 40m	07:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 40m	07:50	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:05	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	19:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 40m	07:50	Bologna Autostazione	Cheapest
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	Fastest
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:05	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	19:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	06:10	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 40m	07:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:15	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	20:00	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Next departures from Prato to Bologna on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:25	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	18:55	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	18:05	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 45m	19:50	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags
Bus	20:35	Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus	1h 30m	22:05	Bologna Autostazione	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:58 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Prato to Bologna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Bologna. The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11carpool per day

1h 10mAverage duration

72 kmDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 145 - R 789	Average duration1h 40m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 198 - R 419	Average duration1h 45m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 84 - R 389	Average duration1h 10m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 302 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Itabus

4/5941 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi3.1

IT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Where are the popular stops in Prato and Bologna?

Stops in Prato

A - Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus

B - Prato Bus Stop

Stops in Bologna

A - Bologna

B - Piazza XX Settembre

C - Stazione Centrale

D - A14 Autostrada Adriatica

E - Via Francesco Petrarca, 21

F - Area di Servizio Cantagallo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Prato to Bologna by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Prato to Bologna cost?
The bus ticket price from Prato to Bologna starts at R 145. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Prato to Bologna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Prato to Bologna?
The average travel time between Prato and Bologna is around 1h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 72 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Prato and Bologna?
The number of buses from Prato to Bologna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Prato to Bologna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Prato to Bologna?
When taking the bus from Prato to Bologna, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Itabus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Prato to Bologna?
Buses travelling between Prato and Bologna leave from Piazzale Del Museo Stazione degli autobus or Prato Bus Stop and arrive at Bologna, Piazza XX Settembre, Stazione Centrale.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 146

13/11

R 146

Today

R 146

15/11

R 146

16/11

R 188

17/11

R 125

18/11

R 125

19/11

R 125

The cheapest trip from Prato to Bologna was searched and found on 19 Nov 2025 with a price of R 125

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

You can expect to pay from R 125 to R 490 for a bus ticket from Prato to Bologna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 125, which is on 2025-11-19.

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.