How to travel from Salamanca to Palencia

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Compare train and bus for Salamanca to Palencia

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salamanca 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 bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, while a train costs an average of $24.

Distance: 92 miles (149 km)

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$23

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$24

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$34

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2h 42m

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2h 12m

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30m

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2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

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1h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Salamanca to Palencia is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $0.75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salamanca to Palencia costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Salamanca to Palencia is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salamanca and Palencia including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Salamanca to Palencia among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $23 compared to roughly $34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $11. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Salamanca to Palencia

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Renfe INTERCITY00631+Renfe PROXIMIDAD38061
    7:20 AM5h26
    Salamanca station
    12:46 PMPalencia station
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Renfe INTERCITY00631+Renfe PROXIMIDAD38061
    7:20 AM5h26
    Salamanca station
    12:46 PMPalencia station
    $161One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AlsaNormal
    1:30 PM2h15
    Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    3:45 PMPalencia, Estación De Autobuses
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe INTERCITY00631+Renfe18101
    7:20 AM3h42
    Salamanca station
    11:02 AMPalencia station
    $171One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe18302+Renfe PROXIMIDAD18217
    12:30 PM2h50
    Salamanca station
    3:20 PMPalencia station
    $191One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe18302+Renfe PROXIMIDAD38063
    12:30 PM3h43
    Salamanca station
    4:13 PMPalencia station
    $191One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal
    3:30 PM2h45
    Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    6:15 PMPalencia, Estación De Autobuses
    $221One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    9:00 AM2h45
    Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    11:45 AMPalencia, Estación De Autobuses
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Salamanca 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 Salamanca to Palencia.

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There are 2 options to travel between Salamanca and Palencia including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Salamanca to Palencia is a bus with an average price of $23.

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

A bus is $0.75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salamanca to Palencia costing on average $24.

The fastest way to travel from Salamanca to Palencia is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Palencia take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 43m.

The distance from Salamanca to Palencia is approximately 92 miles (149 km).
The average frequency per day from Salamanca to Palencia is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Salamanca 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 Salamanca to Palencia:
  • Trains mostly depart from Salamanca station and arrive in Palencia station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Palencia, Estación De Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Salamanca to Palencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Palencia by bus.
  • Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe PROXIMIDAD, Renfe Viajeros to go to Palencia by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Salamanca to Palencia with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe MD.
Omio customers who travel from Salamanca to Palencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Valladolid, Burgos, León, Santander. 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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