How to travel from Pamplona to Palencia

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Compare train and bus for Pamplona to Palencia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pamplona to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, while a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 157 miles (253 km)

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€35

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€10

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€50

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3h 32m

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3h 2m

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5h 38m

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3h 11m

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Compare ways to travel from Pamplona to Palencia

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

The cheapest way to travel from Pamplona to Palencia is a bus with an average price of €10.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pamplona to Palencia costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Pamplona to Palencia is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Pamplona and Palencia including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Pamplona to Palencia among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 9m faster (3h 2m by train vs 3h 11m by car) and roughly €15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€35 vs €50). 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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from Pamplona to Palencia

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

Our recommendation

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

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FAQs: Travel from Pamplona 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 Pamplona to Palencia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Pamplona and Palencia including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Pamplona to Palencia is a bus with an average price of €10.

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

A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Pamplona to Palencia costing on average €35.

The fastest way to travel from Pamplona to Palencia is by train with an average journey time of 3h 32m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 38m.

The distance from Pamplona to Palencia is approximately 157 miles (253 km).
The average frequency per day from Pamplona to Palencia is:
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Pamplona to Palencia:
  • Trains mostly depart from Pamplona station and arrive in Palencia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda) and arrive in Palencia, Estación De Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Pamplona to Palencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe ALVIA to go to Palencia by train.
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Palencia by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Pamplona to Palencia:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
Omio customers who travel from Pamplona 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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