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

The cheapest way to get from Merano to Prato is to train via Bologna which costs €24 - €85 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merano to Prato is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs €55 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Merano and Prato?

No, there is no direct bus from Merano to Prato. However, there are services departing from Meran and arriving at Prato via Bolzano South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Merano and Prato?

No, there is no direct train from Merano to Prato. However, there are services departing from Merano Meran and arriving at Prato Centrale via Bolzano Bozen and Firenze S.M.N.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Merano to Prato?

The distance between Merano and Prato is 401 km. The road distance is 384.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merano to Prato without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs €40 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Merano to Prato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merano to Prato bus from?

Merano to Prato bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bolzano South station.

Where do I catch the Merano to Prato train from?

Merano to Prato train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, depart from Bolzano Bozen station.

Train or bus from Merano to Prato?

The best way to get from Merano to Prato is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs €40 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Merano to Prato bus arrive?

Merano to Prato bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Prato station.

Where does the Merano to Prato train arrive?

Merano to Prato train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Firenze S.M.N. station.

Can I drive from Merano to Prato?

Yes, the driving distance between Merano to Prato is 384 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Merano to Prato.

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

Book your Merano to Prato train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Merano to Prato bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Prato?

There are 7750+ hotels available in Prato.

Merano to Prato - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Trenitalia)
best
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N.train Fr
5h 30m
€44–113
Train via Bologna
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bolzano Bozen to Bologna Centraletrain Fr
2. Take the train from Bologna Centrale to Prato Centraletrain Re
6h 8m
€25–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bolzano South to Pratobus N538
7h 25m
€35–52
Drive 384.1 km
1. Drive from Merano to Pratocar 384.1 km
3h 38m
€60–86
Train via Prato Porta Serragl.
1. Take the train from Bolzano-Bozen to Florence Santa Maria Novellatrain 8953 / ...
5h 41m
€31–60

Merano to Prato by train (Trenitalia)

41Weekly Trains

5h 30mAverage Duration

€44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 401.1 km
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Merano, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy and Prato, Italy?

Trenitalia Frecce operates a train from Bolzano Bozen to Firenze S.M.N. every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bolzano South to Prato 5 times a week. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 5h 55m.

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