- Must visit
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo de Alicante (MACA)
Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
zł338
Average ticket price on Sep 20
zł490
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 16 m
Trains on Sep 20
6
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palencia to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palencia to Alicante will cost around zł490 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł338.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 6 trains from Palencia to Alicante, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 8 h 45 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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06164Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł119 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł119, while a flight costs an average of zł890.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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zł244 Average price | zł119 Average price Cheapest | zł890 Average price | zł510 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Palencia to Alicante:
A bus is zł125 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Palencia to Alicante costing on average zł244.
A bus is zł771 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Palencia to Alicante costing on average zł890.
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Bus takes on average 8h 46m.
The journey is about 1h 56m faster (4h 20m by train vs 6h 16m by car) and roughly zł266 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (zł244 vs zł510). 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, AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Palencia to Alicante trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05312 | Delayed 8:25 AM 10:25 AMPalencia station | 4h03 | 2:28 PM Alicante-Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Palencia to Alicante run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł70 but you can travel from only zł33 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:57. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price zł70 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 5:57 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Leading contemporary art museum with a strong 20th-century collection in a restored historic building.
Archaeological museum with acclaimed interactive displays covering prehistory to modern Alicante.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace, featuring Alicante artists and regional painting collections.
Alicante's iconic waterfront promenade with mosaic paving, palms, and constant seaside city life.
Historic old quarter of whitewashed lanes climbing toward the castle, full of character and viewpoints.
Popular city beach and promenade area beside the old town, excellent for walks and classic coastal views.
Alicante’s signature rice dish, cooked in fish stock with seafood or meat. It is central to local Sunday meals and showcases the region’s rice tradition.
Rice baked in the oven with stock, tomato, chickpeas, and often pork or sausage. A hearty Valencian classic widely eaten in Alicante homes.
Traditional Alicante rice made with tuna, pumpkin, and ñora pepper. It reflects the city’s coastal pantry and old home-style cooking.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Mediterranean tasting menus in an elegant contemporary setting.
Historic traditional venue famous for Alicante tapas, cured fish, and local wines in a classic, lively old-town setting.
Well-known seafood and rice restaurant near the marina, valued for fresh fish, shellfish, and polished but approachable service.
Moderate for Spain: lodging rises in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly affordable for most tourists.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Small change is fine in cafes; taxis are usually rounded up.
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Alicante-Terminal -> Plaça dels Estels, Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palencia to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Palencia to Alicante trains use the Palencia to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Palencia and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Palencia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Palencia.
ATMs are available at Palencia.
Ticket office support is available at Palencia.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Palencia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Palencia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Palencia.
Alicante-Terminal is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante-Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Cafestore, Candy & go, Gambrinus, Máquinas Vending, Upper Crust
Free WiFi. . ATMs are aTM machine is in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00. Information desks are look for the "i" symbol.
Luggage storage is offered through an independent company. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alicante-Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante-Terminal: Adapted for deaf persons.
Nearby hotels include Eurostar Centrum Alicante, Old Town Alicante B&B, Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton.
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