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

The cheapest way to get from Ponferrada to Palencia is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ponferrada to Palencia is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Ponferrada and Palencia?

No, there is no direct bus from Ponferrada to Palencia. However, there are services departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Palencia - Estación de Autobuses Plaza de León via Benavente. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Ponferrada and Palencia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ponferrada and arriving at Palencia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Ponferrada to Palencia?

The distance between Ponferrada and Palencia is 237 km. The road distance is 215.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Palencia without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50.

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

The train from Ponferrada to Palencia takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Palencia bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ponferrada to Palencia train from?

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

Train or bus from Ponferrada to Palencia?

The best way to get from Ponferrada to Palencia is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €35 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Ponferrada to Palencia bus arrive?

Ponferrada to Palencia bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Benavente station.

Where does the Ponferrada to Palencia train arrive?

Ponferrada to Palencia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Palencia station.

Can I drive from Ponferrada to Palencia?

Yes, the driving distance between Ponferrada to Palencia is 215 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Ponferrada to Palencia.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Ponferrada to Palencia by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Ponferrada to Palenciatrain Alv / ...
2h 25m
€30–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ponferrada to Benaventebus Alsa / ...
2. Take the bus from Benavente to Palencia - Estación de Autobuses Plaza de Leónbus
3h 40m
€19–34
Drive 215.1 km
1. Drive from Ponferrada to Palenciacar 215.1 km
2h 43m
€35–50

Ponferrada to Palencia by train (Renfe)

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 237.5 km
Duration: 2h 25m

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

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Ponferrada to Palencia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ponferrada to Palencia - Estación de Autobuses Plaza de León via Benavente in around 3h 40m.

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