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Compare train and bus for Palencia to Santiago de Compostela
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Santiago de Compostela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $34, while a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 213 miles (343 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$34 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around $34 compared to roughly $84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51. The journey takes 5h 0m versus 4h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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How to get from Palencia to Santiago de Compostela by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Palencia to Santiago de Compostela is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
006224:10 PM 5h38 Palencia station 9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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006224:10 PM 5h38 Palencia station 9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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006224:10 PM 5h38 Palencia station 9:48 PM Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 2 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Palencia and Santiago de Compostela as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Palencia station and arrive in Santiago de Compostela-Daniel Castelao.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe AVLO to go to Santiago de Compostela by train.
- 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
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