The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Palencia
Cheapest price
$227
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
5 h 38 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Palencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Palencia will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $227.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Palencia without transferring at least once.
06080+
041437:50 AM8h14Barcelona Sants4:04 PMPalencia station$2271One-way1 transfer
06080+
041517:50 AM8h33Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2431One-way1 transfer
06012+
041438:45 AM7h19Barcelona Sants4:04 PMPalencia station$2561One-way1 transfer
06110+
0415110:45 AM5h38Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2621One-way1 transfer
06012+
041518:45 AM7h38Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2721One-way1 transfer
06110+
0415110:45 AM5h38Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2621One-way1 transfer
06012+
041438:45 AM7h19Barcelona Sants4:04 PMPalencia station$2561One-way1 transfer
06012+
041518:45 AM7h38Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2721One-way1 transfer
06080+
041437:50 AM8h14Barcelona Sants4:04 PMPalencia station$2271One-way1 transfer
06080+
041517:50 AM8h33Barcelona Sants4:23 PMPalencia station$2431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Palencia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $43.
Distance: 347 miles (560 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$80 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $137 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 26m Average total duration 8h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Palencia:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Palencia costing on average $80 (€65).
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Palencia costing on average $115 (€93).
Other travel options to Palencia take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 6m.
Bus takes on average 8h 56m.
The journey is about 35m faster (6h 6m by train vs 6h 41m by car) and roughly $57 (€46) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($80 (€65) vs $137 (€111)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona to Palencia train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Palencia trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06080+ 04143 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h14 | 4:04 PM Palencia station | 1 transfer | |
06080+ 04151 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h33 | 4:23 PM Palencia station | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 04143 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h19 | 4:04 PM Palencia station | 1 transfer | |
06012+ 04151 | On time 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h38 | 4:23 PM Palencia station | 1 transfer | |
06110+ 04151 | On time 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h38 | 4:23 PM Palencia station | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Palencia
Trains from Barcelona to Palencia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 347 miles (560 km) distance in 7h 3m.
Distance 347 miles (560 km) |
Average train duration 6h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 3m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Barcelona to Palencia trainsiryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Barcelona and Palencia from $36 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Palencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Palencia by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Palencia
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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