The cheapest and fastest coaches from Palencia to Madrid
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
191 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Palencia to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palencia to Madrid will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 8 buses that leave Palencia for Madrid every day 8 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 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 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.
Normal19:303h55Palencia, Estación De Autobuses23:25Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)£211One-way0 changes
Normal17:303h15Palencia, Estación De Autobuses20:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£211One-way0 changes
Normal19:303h15Palencia, Estación De Autobuses22:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£211One-way0 changes
Normal17:303h30Palencia, Estación De Autobuses21:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
Normal19:303h35Palencia, Estación De Autobuses23:05Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
Normal17:303h15Palencia, Estación De Autobuses20:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£211One-way0 changes
Supra Economy7:303h15Palencia, Estación De Autobuses10:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£281One-way0 changes
Normal19:303h15Palencia, Estación De Autobuses22:45Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)£211One-way0 changes
Supra Economy7:303h30Palencia, Estación De Autobuses11:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£281One-way0 changes
Normal17:303h30Palencia, Estación De Autobuses21:00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Palencia to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Palencia to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. 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 train costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £205.
Distance: 191 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest | £312 Average Price |
3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 7m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Palencia to Madrid bus times
The table below shows live departures for Palencia to Madrid coaches for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 17:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h15 | 20:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h30 | 21:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h55 | 23:25 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h35 | 23:05 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 19:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h15 | 22:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 4h00 | 11:30 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h15 | 10:45 Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa) | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:30 Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 3h30 | 11:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Alsa, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Palencia to Madrid.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Alsa Supra to find the best option for your trip from Palencia to Madrid.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Palencia to Madrid.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Palencia to Madrid
Buses from Palencia to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 7:30 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar from Palencia to MadridYou can travel by bus between Palencia to Madrid with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Palencia to Madrid coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palencia to Madrid 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 Madrid, 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 Palencia and Madrid
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available near the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 44, 82, 132, C1, C2 Metro: 3, 6
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
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