The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bilbao to Palencia
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bilbao to Palencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Palencia will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bilbao for Palencia every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bilbao to Palencia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a train costs an average of £22.
Distance: 191 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Palencia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Palencia coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 15 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 06:00 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 10:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 07:15 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 10:45 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 12:10 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 18:00 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 Bilbao, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 18:00 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bilbao to Palencia
Buses from Bilbao to Palencia run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:45, the last at 19:00. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 3h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 06:45 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra from Bilbao to PalenciaYou can travel by bus between Bilbao to Palencia with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bilbao to Palencia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Palencia by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bilbao and Palencia
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café de la Estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 58, 62, 77 Metro: L1, L2 Train: C1, C2
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