What is the cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Palencia?

The cheapest way to get from Coimbra to Palencia is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coimbra to Palencia?

The fastest way to get from Coimbra to Palencia is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Coimbra and Palencia?

No, there is no direct bus from Coimbra to Palencia. However, there are services departing from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra and arriving at Palencia via Fuentes De Oñoro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Coimbra and Palencia?

No, there is no direct train from Coimbra to Palencia. However, there are services departing from Coimbra-B and arriving at Palencia via Porto Campanha, Porrino, Ourense and Madrid Chamartín. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

How far is it from Coimbra to Palencia?

The distance between Coimbra and Palencia is 480 km. The road distance is 457.9 km.

How do I travel from Coimbra to Palencia without a car?

The best way to get from Coimbra to Palencia without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 57m and costs €40 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Coimbra to Palencia?

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Coimbra to Palencia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coimbra to Palencia bus from?

Coimbra to Palencia bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra station.

Where do I catch the Coimbra to Palencia train from?

Coimbra to Palencia train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, depart from Coimbra-B station.

Train or bus from Coimbra to Palencia?

The best way to get from Coimbra to Palencia is to train which takes 12h 37m and costs €120 - €260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Coimbra to Palencia bus arrive?

Coimbra to Palencia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Vilar Formoso station.

What is the time difference between Coimbra and Palencia?

Palencia is 1h ahead of Coimbra. It is currently 3:08 PM in Coimbra and 4:08 PM in Palencia.

Where does the Coimbra to Palencia train arrive?

Coimbra to Palencia train services, operated by Comboios de Portugal, arrive at Porto Campanha station.

Can I drive from Coimbra to Palencia?

Yes, the driving distance between Coimbra to Palencia is 458 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Coimbra to Palencia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Coimbra to Palencia?

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Where can I stay near Palencia?

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Coimbra to Palencia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Coimbra to Palencia by bus, train, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Coimbra - Bus Station to Valladolidbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2. Take the train from Valladolid to Palenciatrain Alv / ...
6h 57m
€41–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Vilar Formosobus
2. Take the bus from Fuentes De Oñoro to Palenciabus Alsa
7h 30m
€36–67
Train
1. Take the train from Coimbra-B to Porto Campanhatrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Porto Campanha to Porrinotrain Ic
3. Take the train from Porrino to Ourensetrain Re
4. Take the train from Ourense to Madrid Chamartíntrain Ave
5. Take the train from Madrid Chamartín to Palenciatrain Alv / ...
12h 37m
€127–251
Drive 457.9 km
1. Drive from Coimbra to Palenciacar 457.9 km
4h 48m
€74–106

Coimbra to Palencia by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 479.8 km
Duration: 6h 57m

What companies run services between Coimbra, Portugal and Palencia, Spain?

You can take a train from Coimbra-B to Palencia via Porto Campanha, Porrino, Ourense, and Madrid Chamartín in around 12h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Rodoviário de Coimbra to Palencia via Vilar Formoso and Fuentes De Oñoro in around 7h 30m.

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