Prato, Tuscany

How to get to Prato: train, car and airport

Prato is about 20 km from Florence and well connected by train: one of the simplest ways to get there without a car.

Of Giulia Conti · Aug 3, 2026 · 1 min read

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Prato has two main railway stations (Prato Centrale and Prato Porta al Serraglio) connected to Florence by frequent regional trains, a journey of about 20 minutes — among the most convenient connections in all of Tuscany. The central station is a few minutes' walk from the historic centre.

By car, Prato is served by the A11 Florence-Sea motorway, with a dedicated exit, and is also easily reached via the Florence-Pistoia-Lucca expressway (its local branch).

With no airport of its own, the most immediate option is Florence Airport (Peretola/Vespucci), about 20-25 minutes away by car or by train with a change in Florence; Pisa Airport, further away, remains an alternative for those combining the visit with the Tuscan coast.

Practical info

When is the best time to visit Prato?

The recommended time is April, May, June, September and October, when it is less crowded.

Is Prato crowded?

Prato is a very quiet destination compared with the more touristy ones.

Where is Prato?

Prato is located in Tuscany.

How to get there

🚆 Nearest station: Prato Borgonuovo ~5 km as the crow flies
✈️ Nearest airport: Aeroporto Firenze Amerigo Vespucci FLR ~17 km as the crow flies

Nearest points as the crow flies (source OpenStreetMap): actual times depend on the roads, often mountain ones.

Toscana

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