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

The cheapest way to get from Palencia to Bilbao is to rideshare which costs €14 - €22 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palencia to Bilbao is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Palencia and Bilbao?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palencia and arriving at Bilbao Intermodal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Palencia and Bilbao?

No, there is no direct train from Palencia to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Palencia and arriving at Bilbao-Abando via Miranda De Ebro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Palencia to Bilbao?

The distance between Palencia and Bilbao is 248 km. The road distance is 243.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Palencia to Bilbao without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €19 - €30.

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

The bus from Palencia to Bilbao Intermodal takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Palencia to Bilbao bus from?

Palencia to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Palencia station.

Where do I catch the Palencia to Bilbao train from?

Palencia to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Palencia station.

Train or bus from Palencia to Bilbao?

The best way to get from Palencia to Bilbao is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €19 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Palencia to Bilbao bus arrive?

Palencia to Bilbao bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where does the Palencia to Bilbao train arrive?

Palencia to Bilbao train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Miranda De Ebro station.

Can I drive from Palencia to Bilbao?

Yes, the driving distance between Palencia to Bilbao is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Palencia to Bilbao.

How do I get a train ticket from Palencia to Bilbao?

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

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Where can I stay near Bilbao?

There are 1826+ hotels available in Bilbao.

Can I share a ride from Palencia to Bilbao?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Palencia and Bilbao. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Palencia to Bilbao Intermodalbus Alsa / ...
3h 30m
€19–30
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Palencia to Bilbaorideshare 243.7 km
2h 55m
€14–22
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Palencia to Miranda De Ebrotrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Miranda De Ebro to Bilbao-Abandotrain Alv / ...
4h 36m
€35–53
Drive 243.2 km
1. Drive from Palencia to Bilbaocar 243.2 km
2h 25m
€39–56

Palencia to Bilbao by bus

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Distance: 247.6 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Palencia, Spain and Bilbao, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Palencia to Bilbao Intermodal twice daily. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 3h 30m. MonBus also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palencia to Bilbao-Abando via Miranda De Ebro in around 4h 36m.

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