Day trip from Prato to Florence
Florence lies 16 km (10 mi) south-east of Prato, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 16 km (10 mi) apart, Florence is a realistic day trip from Prato: about 16 min each way by road.
| Prato | Florence | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Italy | Italy |
| Population | 195,089 | 367,150 |
| Elevation | 71 m (233 ft) | 51 m (167 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) | UTC+2 (Europe/Rome) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Florence
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Staying in Florence
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Common questions
How far is Florence from Prato?
16 km (10 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Prato; by road roughly 20 km (12 mi).
How long does it take to get from Prato to Florence by road?
About 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Prato and Florence?
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.