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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Palencia
Cheapest price on Sep 13
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 13
€29
Fastest journey on Sep 13
2 h 26 m
Average journey duration on Sep 13
2 h 30 m
Trains on Sep 13
7
Distance
172 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Sun, Sep 13, we found 7 trains from Santander to Palencia, including 7 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 13 the direct trains cover the 172 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 26 m .
On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 39 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.
181029:20 AM3h37Santander station12:57 PMPalencia station€191One-way0 transfers- 181044:29 PM4h04Santander station8:33 PMPalencia station€191One-way0 transfers
370727:05 AM2h28Santander station9:33 AMPalencia station€231One-way0 transfers
040727:05 AM2h28Santander station9:33 AMPalencia station€241One-way0 transfers
041624:06 PM2h39Santander station6:45 PMPalencia station€301One-way0 transfers
- 041421:55 PM2h26Santander station4:21 PMPalencia station€421One-way0 transfers
- 040727:05 AM2h28Santander station9:33 AMPalencia station€241One-way0 transfers
- 370727:05 AM2h28Santander station9:33 AMPalencia station€231One-way0 transfers
- 041927:00 PM2h31Santander station9:31 PMPalencia station€461One-way0 transfers
- 041624:06 PM2h39Santander station6:45 PMPalencia station€301One-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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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€19 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus 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 train times
The table below shows live departures for Santander to Palencia trains for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18102 | 9:20 AM Santander station | 3h37 | 12:57 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04142 | Delayed 1:55 PM Santander station | 2h26 | 2:21 PM 2:21 PMPalencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 18104 | 4:29 PM Santander station | 4h04 | 8:33 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
| 37072 | 7:05 AM Santander station | 2h28 | 9:33 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 04072 | 7:05 AM Santander station | 2h28 | 9:33 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santander to Palencia
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Trains from Santander to Palencia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 172 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 172 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 25m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Palencia trainsRenfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Palencia from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Santander to Palencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander to Palencia 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 Palencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Santander to Palencia
Most Santander to Palencia trains use the Santander to Palencia station pair. Use this guide to compare Santander and Palencia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Santander station do trains to Palencia leave from?
Santander train station facilities and services
Santander has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Santander.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Santander.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Santander. Information desks are available at Santander.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Santander: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Santander: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Santander.
Getting to Valdecilla from Santander city centre
Valdecilla is 2 km from Santander city centre. Public transport options include:
Valdecilla train station facilities and services
Valdecilla has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Valdecilla.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Valdecilla.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valdecilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valdecilla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valdecilla.
Which Palencia station do trains from Santander arrive at?
Getting to Palencia from Palencia city centre
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.
Most popular train connections from Santander
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