Day trip from Florence to Prato
Prato lies 16 km (10 mi) north-west of Florence, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Prato is a realistic day trip from Florence: about 16 min each way by road.
| Florence | Prato | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 367,150 | 195,089 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 71 m (233 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Prato
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Staying in Prato
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Common questions
How far is Prato from Florence?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Florence; by road roughly 20 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Florence to Prato by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Florence and Prato?
No, both are on Europe/Rome at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.