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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santander to Palencia
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 18
1
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santander to Palencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santander to Palencia will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 buses from Santander to Palencia, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 2 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.
Normal9:00 AM2h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses11:30 AMPalencia, Estación De Autobuses€131One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:00 AM2h30Santander, Estación de Autobuses11:30 AMPalencia, Estación De Autobuses€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Santander to Palencia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santander to Palencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 172 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santander to Palencia:
A bus is €6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santander to Palencia costing on average €19.
Other travel options to Palencia take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 39m.
Live departures
Santander to Palencia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Palencia buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:00 AM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Normal | 4:00 PM Santander, Estación de Autobuses | 3h00 | 7:00 PM Palencia, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santander to Palencia
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Buses from Santander to Palencia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €2 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 172 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 172 km |
Average bus duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 8:15 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Alsa from Santander to PalenciaYou can travel by bus between Santander to Palencia with Alsa for as low as €2. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santander to Palencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Palencia by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Santander to Palencia
Most Santander to Palencia buses use the Santander, Estación de Autobuses to Palencia, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Palencia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa) from Santander city centre
Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa) is 2 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa) bus station facilities and services
Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several cafes are nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa). ATMs are available at Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander, Calle Dr. Marañón (Playa): Accessible paths and areas available.
Getting to Palencia, Estación De Autobuses from Palencia city centre
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