Bus from Madrid to Palencia: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Madrid to Palencia on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estación Sur
    		Estación de Autobuses de PalenciaCheapest
    ALSABus
      		Intercambiador de Moncloa
      		Estación de Autobuses de PalenciaFastest
      ALSABus
        		Estación Sur
        		Estación de Autobuses de PalenciaNo tags
        ALSABus
          		Intercambiador de Moncloa
          		Estación de Autobuses de PalenciaNo tags
          ALSABus
            		Intercambiador de Moncloa
            		Estación de Autobuses de PalenciaNo tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Today at 20:14 CET.

            Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Palencia

            We recommend carpooling

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Palencia. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            5carpool per day
            2h 50mAverage duration
            118 milesDistance
            8kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£25 - £34Average duration3h 20m
            5kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£21 - £105Average duration1h 45m
            5kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average price£10 - £26Average duration2h 50m
            8kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Madrid to Palencia

            Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

            1. How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Palencia?

              The cheapest coach tickets from Madrid to Palencia start from £25. The average price for this route is around £26. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

            2. How long is the bus journey from Madrid to Palencia?

              The average bus journey time from Madrid to Palencia is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 118 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by ALSA.

            3. Which bus companies service the Madrid to Palencia route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

            4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madrid to Palencia?

              The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Palencia at 13:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

            5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Palencia?

              A bus journey from Madrid to Palencia produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            29/11
            £21
            30/11
            £21
            Today
            £21
            02/12
            £20
            03/12
            £20
            04/12
            £20
            05/12
            £20
            06/12
            £13
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Madrid to Palencia was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £13

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Palencia as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from £13 to £29 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Palencia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-12-06.

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