The train between Madrid and Ponferrada takes 4h 12m. The train runs, on average, 6 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 6 times a week between Madrid and Ponferrada. The earliest departure is at 5:30 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Madrid is at 5:30 PM which arrives into Ponferrada at 9:42 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 12m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid station and arriving at Ponferrada station. Services depart 6 times a week, and operate 6 times a week. The journey takes approximately 4h 12m.
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 465 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Ponferrada twice daily. Tickets cost €55–90 and the journey takes 4h 12m.