Palencia to Alicante train with AVE

Mon, Nov 02
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Palencia to Alicante

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€87
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€89
Fastest journey on Nov 02
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
4 h 40 m
Trains on Nov 02
2
Distance
534 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Palencia to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Palencia to Alicante will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €87.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 2 trains from Palencia to Alicante, including 2 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 5 h 10 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.

  • AVE05092
    0 transfers
  • Renfe ALVIA04072
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Palencia to Alicante

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Trains from Palencia to Alicante run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:57. The fastest train covers the 534 km distance in 3h 36m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7
Distance
534 km
Average train duration
4h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€15
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
3h 36m
First train
5:50 AM
Last train
5:57 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €7

Live departures

Palencia to Alicante train times

The table below shows live departures for Palencia to Alicante trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Renfe ALVIA04080+iryo06164
Delayed
10:33 AM 11:24 AMPalencia station
7h46
7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal		1 transfer
AVE04110+iryo06164
On time
1:34 PM Palencia station
5h36
7:10 PM Alicante-Terminal		1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA041405:57 PM Palencia station
4h55
10:52 PM Alicante-Terminal0 transfersDirect
Monday, November 2
AVE050927:20 AM Palencia station
4h10
11:30 AM Alicante-Terminal0 transfersDirect
Renfe ALVIA040729:35 AM Palencia station
5h10
2:45 PM Alicante-Terminal0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book Palencia to Alicante trains with Omio?

Renfe ALVIA as well as AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO, SNCF OUIGO and more offer trains services from Palencia to Alicante.
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Why book with Omio vs Renfe ALVIA?

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Train companies: AVE, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Renfe AVLO, SNCF OUIGO from Palencia to Alicante trainsAVE, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Renfe AVLO, SNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Palencia and Alicante from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

AVE

About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
3h 36m
Cheapest AVE Price
€19
AVE frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Learn more about AVE

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
4h 13m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
€19
Renfe ALVIA frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average iryo Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest iryo Price
€19
iryo frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about iryo

Renfe AVLO

About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe AVLO Duration
3h 54m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
€15
Renfe AVLO frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

SNCF OUIGO

About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF OUIGO Duration
3h 44m
Cheapest SNCF OUIGO Price
€25
SNCF OUIGO frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Palencia and Alicante

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Palencia to Alicante, you can count on Renfe ALVIA, AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO, SNCF OUIGO for the best way to get you to Alicante. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Palencia and Alicante and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Palencia to Alicante

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palencia to Alicante by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Palencia to Alicante can start from as little as €15 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Palencia to Alicante is €57; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Palencia to Alicante is 3h 36m to travel the 534 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Palencia to Alicante leaves at 5:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Palencia to Alicante leaves at 5:57 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Palencia to Alicante with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, SNCF OUIGO. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Alicante. Take the fast train with Renfe ALVIA, AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO, SNCF OUIGO from Palencia to Alicante.
A trip to Alicante from Palencia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 36m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Palencia and Alicante including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Palencia to Alicante

Most Palencia to Alicante trains use the Palencia to Alicante-Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Palencia and Alicante train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Palencia
Arrival train stations in Alicante

Which Palencia station do trains to Alicante leave from?

Trains from Palencia to Alicante leave from Palencia. The station is from Palencia city centre at Plaza De Los Jardinillos, S/N, 34005 Palencia, Spain.
PalenciaPlaza De Los Jardinillos, S/N, 34005 Palencia, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Palencia from Palencia city centre

Bus2m · €1 · every ~3 min
ALSA - L5v, ALSA - L2v · 4m · €1 · every ~7 min

Palencia train station facilities and services

Palencia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Palencia.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Palencia.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Palencia.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Palencia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Palencia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Palencia.

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