How to travel from Prato to Rome, Italy

The distance between Prato and Rome is around 278km (173 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2hrs.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Prato to Rome by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Train

Take the train to Firenze S.M.N. and then to Roma Termini.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €31($31)

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Bus

Take the bus to Rome Tiburtina Bus station.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    €20($20)
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Drive

Drive to Rome.

  • Duration2h 50m
  • Distance294km (182 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Prato and Rome

There are several options for getting from Prato to Rome by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €20 ($20) and will take around 3h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 2hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €31 ($31).

The distance between Prato and Rome is around 278km (173 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 248km (154 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Prato and Rome by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Prato to Rome is to take the train which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx €31 ($31).

The cheapest way to travel between Prato and Rome, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €20 ($20) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Prato and Rome. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Prato and Rome with no changeovers required. The train runs once daily and takes 3h 25m.

Trenitalia, ItaloTreno, Nightjet and Austrian Railways (ÖBB) run train services between Prato and Rome. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Prato and Rome. It typically takes around 3h 45m and departs every 3 hours.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Prato and Rome with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 3 hours and takes 3h 45m.

FlixBus run regular bus services between Prato and Rome. Buses run every 3 hours and take around 3h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Prato to Rome. We recommend that you take the train to Firenze S.M.N. and then to Roma Termini. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Rome is Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) (CIA) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Rome. Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) (FCO) and Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG) (PEG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Prato and Rome. The distance is around 294km (182 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Prato to Rome is to take the train which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around €31 ($31).

How do I get from Prato to Rome

Compare travel optionsbetween Prato and Rome

Transport options from Prato to Rome
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train + 2 similar
2hrs
€31($31)
hourly278km (173 miles)
Train to Roma Termini2h 45m
€30($30)
twice daily278km (173 miles)
Train to Roma Termini3h 25m
€26($26)
once daily291km (181 miles)
Bus
3h 45m
€20($20)
every 2 hours291km (181 miles)
Drive
2h 50m
€45($45)
on demand294km (182 miles)

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Airports near Rome

The following major airports near Rome offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Italy and internationally.

CIA
Ciampino–G.B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
International Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Rome
FCO
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
International Airport
Distance
22km (14 miles) from Rome
PEG
Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi – Umbria International Airport (PEG)
International Airport
Distance
134km (83 miles) from Rome