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Trip Overview

The average train between Madrid and Palencia takes 1h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 21m. 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.

1h 27m
Duration
227 km
Distance
€35
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Madrid to Palencia train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Madrid and Palencia. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Palencia at 9:51 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 1h 27m • Direct
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    train train 1h 30m • Direct
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    train train 1h 21m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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    train train 1h 25m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 25m • Direct
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    train train 1h 38m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 33m • Direct
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    train train 1h 28m • Direct
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    train train 1h 23m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Madrid to Palencia? 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.

Map of how to get from Madrid to Palencia.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 227.2 km
  • Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Palencia, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Palencia hourly. Tickets cost €27–45 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Renfe AVE also services this route every 4 hours.

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