What are the operating hours of the main bus stations in Palma and across the island?

Most major bus stations on the island, including Palma’s main Estació Intermodal, generally start running services early, around 6:00 AM, with departures and ticket counters open to ticket buyers from then until late evening, often closing close to 10:00 PM. Timings can shift slightly depending on the route, day of the week, or special events like the Nit de Foc festival in Palma or agricultural fairs in Pollenca, so checking current schedules via the TIB bus network website or at the station itself helps avoid surprises.

Palma’s Estació Intermodal, sitting right near the city center, serves as the hub for local and intercity buses, making it a busy spot especially during the early morning and evening rush hours when travelers connect to destinations like Soller via the scenic train or buses heading north along the Ma-13 or out east towards Manacor and Cala Ratjada on the Ma-15. Other key bus stations in towns like Alcudia and Inca tend to have shorter hours but follow a similar early start and evening close. At quieter stops, ticket machines and digital apps supplement staffed counters outside peak times.

If you’re catching an early morning bus to Es Trenc beach or planning to return late from a night out in Palma’s old town after the Festa de l'Ametler celebrations, it’s wise to get to the station a little earlier to allow extra time for purchasing tickets and boarding. During high season and festive weekends, some routes extend their hours or add late services to accommodate increased demand, especially routes serving Formentor beach or the Tramuntana villages like Valldemossa and Deia. Overall, the network is well organized, but double-checking your specific route schedule remains the best way to ensure smooth travel plans.