The average train between Madrid and Nelas takes 27h 28m and the fastest train takes 23h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Nelas. 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 twice daily between Madrid and Nelas. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Nelas at 10:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Ourense and take an average of 27h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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23h 48m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Madrid to Nelas? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Nelas. However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Nelas station via Ourense. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 28m.
Madrid to Nelas train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Nelas train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Nelas station.
The distance between Madrid and Nelas is 351.4 km. The road distance is 912 km.
You can take a train from Madrid Chamartín to Nelas via Ourense, Porrino, Porto Campanha, and Coimbra-B in around 11h 50m.