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Leading regional museum on the artist’s life and work. It is Torrelavega’s best-known cultural visit for modern art and local identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 01
€12
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€12
Fastest journey on Sep 01
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
2 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 01
3
Distance
153 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Palencia to Torrelavega is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palencia to Torrelavega will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 3 buses from Palencia to Torrelavega, including 3 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct buses cover the 153 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest buses will take 2 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Torrelavega among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 95 miles (153 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price | €29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 58m Average total duration 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Palencia to Torrelavega:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palencia to Torrelavega costing on average €24.
Other travel options to Torrelavega take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 28m.
You'll arrive about 7m sooner (2h 22m by bus vs 2h 29m by car) and save roughly €18 compared to fuel and tolls (€12 vs €29). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €17 |
The table below shows live departures for Palencia to Torrelavega buses for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:15 PM Palencia | 2h35 | 7:50 PM Torrelavega | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
Normal | 9:15 AM Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 2h10 | 11:25 AM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 2h10 | 1:55 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:15 PM Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 2h35 | 8:50 PM Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Palencia to Torrelavega run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 95 miles (153 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 95 miles (153 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 8:15 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Torrelavega — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Torrelavega trip today.
Leading regional museum on the artist’s life and work. It is Torrelavega’s best-known cultural visit for modern art and local identity.
Municipal exhibition center with temporary art, photography, and heritage shows. A practical cultural stop in the downtown area.
Small cultural exhibition venue hosting rotating shows, local history displays, and community art. Useful for discovering Torrelavega’s current creative scene.
Torrelavega’s principal urban square, lined with civic buildings and daily activity. It is the best starting point for exploring the historic center on foot.
Busy central boulevard that links major shopping and civic areas. Ideal for feeling the city’s everyday rhythm and architecture.
Popular urban park with paths, trees, and leisure space. It is one of the best green breaks near the center for families and walkers.
Cocido montañés is Cantabria’s hearty bean, cabbage and pork stew, long linked to mountain farm cooking and popular in Torrelavega’s traditional restaurants.
Sobaos pasiegos are rich buttery sponge cakes from nearby Valles Pasiegos, a classic Cantabrian breakfast sweet strongly associated with the region.
Quesada pasiega is a baked fresh-cheese dessert with milk, eggs and lemon, one of Cantabria’s best-known traditional sweets from the Pas valley.
Established restaurant known for refined Cantabrian cuisine, quality seafood and seasonal products in an elegant but welcoming setting.
Traditional asador-style venue popular for grilled meats, generous portions and classic regional dishes in a relaxed local atmosphere.
Well-known casual stop for rabas, seafood tapas and drinks, with a lively bar feel suited to sampling local favorites.
Moderate for northern Spain; lodging is reasonable, dining is good value, and local transit is low cost for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palencia to Torrelavega by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Torrelavega, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Palencia to Torrelavega buses use the Palencia, Estación De Autobuses to Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Palencia and Torrelavega bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torrelavega, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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