What’s the best way to get from Palma to the Soller Railway station?

Planning your journey from Palma to take the historic Soller Railway starts with deciding how to reach the station, as it’s a little outside the city centre. If you’re staying in Palma’s old town or near the harbour, a taxi or a short bus ride on the TIB network will get you there efficiently. Many visitors catch a bus running along Ma-13 or Ma-19, but these routes require a walk from the stop to the station itself, located near the Port of Palma. Taxis are a stress-free option, especially if you’re carrying luggage or travelling with family.

If you’re eager to soak up the island’s charms before boarding the vintage train, strolling from central Palma towards the station offers glimpses of local cafés serving ensaimadas or bars pouring Hierbas, the fragrant herbal liqueur. The railway journey itself—winding through the dramatic Serra de Tramuntana towards Soller—is a highlight and well worth the effort to get there promptly. Aim to arrive early to buy tickets and enjoy a coffee at one of the station’s quaint cafés.

For those staying further afield, the TIB bus network can connect you to Palma first, from where you transfer to the train station. Depending on your departure point, coordinating bus and train times is key since Soller’s small station runs services less frequently but consistently throughout the day. Once on board, relax as the train chugs through olive groves and orange orchards, ultimately delivering you to Soller’s scenic square, where the local market and restaurants await.