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

The cheapest way to get from Palencia to Zumaia is to bus which costs €26 - €45 and takes 6h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palencia to Zumaia is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Palencia and Zumaia?

No, there is no direct bus from Palencia to Zumaia. However, there are services departing from Palencia and arriving at Zumaia - Txomin Agirre Kalea 1 via Donostia - Maria Cristina Zubia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Palencia and Zumaia?

No, there is no direct train from Palencia to Zumaia. However, there are services departing from Palencia and arriving at Zumaia via Vitoria/Gasteiz and Amara-Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Palencia to Zumaia?

The distance between Palencia and Zumaia is 305 km. The road distance is 273.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Palencia to Zumaia without a car is to train and bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz which takes 4h 35m and costs €35 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Palencia to Zumaia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palencia to Zumaia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palencia to Zumaia train from?

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

Train or bus from Palencia to Zumaia?

The best way to get from Palencia to Zumaia is to bus via Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián which takes 6h 8m and costs €30 - €45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 6h.

Where does the Palencia to Zumaia bus arrive?

Palencia to Zumaia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián station.

Where does the Palencia to Zumaia train arrive?

Palencia to Zumaia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Vitoria/Gasteiz station.

Can I drive from Palencia to Zumaia?

Yes, the driving distance between Palencia to Zumaia is 273 km. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Palencia to Zumaia.

Where can I stay near Zumaia?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Zumaia.

Palencia to Zumaia - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Palencia to Zumaia by train, bus, car, or train (Renfe)

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Train, bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz
best
1. Take the train from Palencia to Vitoria/Gasteiztrain Alv / ...
2. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Zarautz - Suhiltzaileen Biribilguneabus Do02
4h 35m
€38–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palencia - Estación de Autobuses Plaza de León to Eibarbus
6h 56m
€27–41
Bus via Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián
1. Take the bus from Palencia to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastiánbus ALSA - Zamo-Irun / ...
6h 8m
€30–43
Drive 273.1 km
1. Drive from Palencia to Zumaiacar 273.1 km
2h 46m
€44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palencia to Zumarragatrain 18061 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zumarraga - Renfe Geltokia to Zumaia - Patxita Etxezarreta Kalea 13 Pareanbus Uk06
5h 40m
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Palencia to Vitoria/Gasteiztrain Alv / ...
2. Take the train from Vitoria/Gasteiz to San Sebastian/Donostiatrain Ic / ...
6h
€44–69

Palencia to Zumaia by train, foot, tram, and bus

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4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 305.4 km
Duration: 4h 35m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Palencia to Estación de Autobuses Donostia-San Sebastián twice daily. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palencia to Zumaia via Vitoria/Gasteiz, San Sebastian/Donostia, and Amara-Donostia in around 6h.

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