The average train between Madrid and Palencia takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Palencia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Madrid and Palencia. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Palencia at 9:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Palencia. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín station and arriving at Palencia station via Palencia station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Madrid to Palencia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Palencia train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Palencia station.
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The distance between Madrid and Palencia is 189.5 km. The road distance is 237 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Palencia hourly. Tickets cost €28–45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Renfe AVE also services this route every 4 hours.
