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Take the train from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia in 4 hours 35 minutes
If you want to travel from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia by train to take around 5 hours 4 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 35 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 5 trains per day running on this route, which spans 158 miles (254 km). There’s no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Palencia. Renfe is the main rail company operating on this route. Having the widest network of high-speed trains in Europe, Renfe will make your train travel experience in Spain an enjoyable one.
You can save money on train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia by train
| First train | 05:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 16:52 | |
| Departure station | San Sebastián-Donostia | |
| Arrival station | Palencia | |
| Journey time | From 4h 35m | |
| Distance | 158 miles (254 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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Renfe and Media Distancia trains from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia
Renfe
Media Distancia
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Renfe's Media Distancia are regional trains operated by CAF locomotives that run on medium-distance routes not covered by Avant high-speed trains. Most Media Distancia trains have one class. However, there are some that will have Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). These trains also have spaces for bicycles, and all seats are equipped with power sockets and reading lights.
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Cheap train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from San Sebastián-Donostia to Palencia by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.