How to travel from Alicante to Palencia

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Palencia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $23 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. 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 $23, while a flight costs an average of $238.

Distance: 331 miles (534 km)

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5h 7m

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Compare ways to travel from Alicante to Palencia

Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Palencia, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palencia:

A bus is $80 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Palencia costing on average $103 (€86).

A bus is $216 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palencia costing on average $238 (€200).

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 7m.

Bus takes on average 9h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Alicante and Palencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alicante to Palencia among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 32m faster (4h 37m by train vs 6h 9m by car) and roughly $64 (€54) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($103 (€86) vs $166 (€139)). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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How to get from Alicante to Palencia by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Alicante to Palencia

Travel to Palencia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Palencia.

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There are 3 options to travel between Alicante and Palencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is a bus with an average price of $23 (€19).

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palencia:

A bus is $80 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Palencia costing on average $103 (€86).

A bus is $216 (€181) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palencia costing on average $238 (€200).

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 43m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 7m.

Bus takes on average 9h 8m.

The distance from Alicante to Palencia is approximately 331 miles (534 km).
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Palencia is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Palencia as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Palencia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Valladolid Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Alicante-Terminal and arrive in Palencia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Palencia, Estación De Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Palencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Palencia by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo to go to Palencia by train.
  • Travel with Vueling to go to Palencia by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Alicante to Palencia:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, SNCF OUIGO.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Palencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valladolid, Santander, Bilbao, Burgos. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Palencia and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Palencia to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Palencia's main attractions, such as the Cathedral of San Antolín, the Romanesque churches, and the beautiful landscapes of the surrounding countryside.

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