The average train between Madrid and Ponferrada takes 8h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train runs, on average, 4 times per week from Madrid to Ponferrada. 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 4 times a week between Madrid and Ponferrada. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid is at 5:10 PM which arrives into Ponferrada at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Ponferrada. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín station and arriving at Ponferrada station via Ponferrada station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.
Madrid to Ponferrada train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Ponferrada train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Ponferrada station.
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The distance between Madrid and Ponferrada is 337.9 km. The road distance is 390 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Ponferrada 6 times a week. Tickets cost €55–85 and the journey takes 4h 18m.
