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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a flight costs an average of £176.
Distance: 534 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£76 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £176 Average Price | £122 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Alicante to Palencia, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palencia:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Palencia costing on average £76.
A coach is £159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palencia costing on average £176.
Other travel options to Palencia take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Coach takes on average 9h 8m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (4h 37m by train vs 6h 9m by car) and roughly £47 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£76 vs £122). 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.
How to get to Palencia from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Alicante to Palencia is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Palencia are Valladolid, León, Burgos, Salamanca and Madrid. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Palencia on Omio.
Valladolid is a stately Castilian city known for Renaissance buildings, literary heritage and a strong tapas scene. Its broad plazas, churches and museums give the centre a calm, cultured feel shaped by wine and regional cuisine.
León is known for its Gothic cathedral, Camino de Santiago heritage and atmospheric old quarter. Roman origins, lively tapas bars and Gaudí’s Casa Botines give the city a character that feels both historic and social.
Burgos is best known for its Gothic cathedral and strong Castilian heritage. Medieval streets, riverside promenades and links to the Camino de Santiago give it a calm, historic character.
Salamanca is known for its ancient university, honey-coloured stone and elegant old town. The city feels both scholarly and lively, with historic streets and a strong student presence shaping its character.
Madrid is Spain’s capital, known for its grand architecture, major art museums and late-running social life. Royal landmarks sit alongside lively neighbourhoods, giving the city a polished yet relaxed character.
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 Alicante to Palencia.
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Palencia:
A coach is £59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Palencia costing on average £76.
A coach is £159 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Palencia costing on average £176.
Other travel options to Palencia take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 7m.
Coach takes on average 9h 8m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Palencia as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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