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Palencia to Santander Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Palencia to Santander? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as 126,92 kr, with the average fare for this route being approximately 171,82 kr. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 126,92 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 246,48 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 246,48 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 246,48 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 246,48 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 246,48 kr
  • tors, 26 juni
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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09:37
Palencia
12:06
Santander
2h 29m, Directrenfe
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10:39
Palencia
13:43
Santander
3h 4m, Directrenfe
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15:37
Palencia
18:04
Santander
2h 27m, Directrenfe
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19:17
Palencia
22:29
Santander
3h 12m, Directrenfe
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20:55
Palencia
23:28
Paris
2h 33m, Directrenfe
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Palencia to Santander Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Palencia to Santander usually begin at 126,92 kr. The average travel time is about 2h 27m, spanning a distance of roughly 172 km. renfe provides around 5 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
09:37
Last train
Last train
20:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 27m
Distance
Distance
172 km
Price
Price
From 126,92 kr
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Onboard Renfe trains from Palencia to Santander

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Palencia to Santander Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Palencia to Santander, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Palencia to Santander Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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