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Madrid-Palencia trains: timetables, fares and offers
Madrid-Palencia train in 1h 21min from €12. 16 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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17 trains/day
Alvia · AVE · Avlo · Intercity
1h 21'
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2026-09-03
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Madrid-Palencia route
The Madrid-Palencia train covers 424 km in 1h 21min on the fastest AVE, and up to 1h 55min on the services with more stops. There are 16 departures a day from Madrid-Chamartín to Palencia, from €12 and averaging €41. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 424 km |
| Shortest journey | 1h 21min (AVE) |
| Longest journey | 1h 55min |
| Departures a day | 16 trains |
| Train types | Alvia, AVE, Avlo and Intercity |
| Lowest fare | €12 |
| Average fare | €41 |
| Highest fare | €107 |
| Cheapest time of day | before 9am |
| Best time to book | 31-60 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Madrid-Chamartín |
| Arrival station | Palencia |
Schedules
Madrid-Palencia train timetable
The first train leaves Madrid-Chamartín at 07:04 and the last one at 20:30. The fastest service is the AVE at 20:30, arriving at 21:51 in 1h 21min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Type | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:48 | 08:34 | 1h 46min | — | |
| 07:04 | 08:32 | 1h 28min | — | |
| 07:20 | 10:38 | 3h 18min | — | |
| 07:32 | 09:00 | 1h 28min | — | |
| 07:45 | 09:35 | 1h 50min | — | |
| 07:51 | 10:38 | 2h 47min | — | |
| 09:15 | 10:41 | 1h 26min | — | |
| 09:15 | 10:43 | 1h 28min | — | |
| 09:56 | 11:19 | 1h 23min | — | |
| 10:15 | 12:46 | 2h 31min | — | |
| 11:23 | 12:48 | 1h 25min | — | |
| 12:05 | 15:08 | 3h 03min | — | |
| 12:05 | 15:20 | 3h 15min | — | |
| 13:03 | 14:33 | 1h 30min | — | |
| 13:03 | 15:06 | 2h 03min | — | |
| 13:40 | 15:35 | 1h 55min | — | |
| 13:40 | 15:45 | 2h 05min | — | |
| 13:48 | 16:13 | 2h 25min | — | |
| 14:05 | 16:04 | 1h 59min | — | |
| 14:23 | 16:19 | 1h 56min | — | |
| 14:59 | 16:23 | 1h 24min | — | |
| 15:20 | 17:07 | 1h 47min | — | |
| 15:40 | 19:02 | 3h 22min | — | |
| 17:30 | 18:59 | 1h 29min | — | |
| 17:37 | 19:48 | 2h 11min | — | |
| 18:51 | 20:18 | 1h 27min | — | |
| 19:08 | 20:53 | 1h 45min | — | |
| 19:08 | 21:00 | 1h 52min | — | |
| 20:30 | 21:51 | 1h 21min | — | |
| 20:30 | 22:17 | 1h 47min | — | |
| 20:30 | 22:25 | 1h 55min | — | |
| 21:30 | 23:57 | 2h 27min | — |
A sample of the 16 daily services, spread across the day. Check your date's availability in the search box.
Prices
Madrid-Palencia train fares
The Madrid-Palencia train starts at €12.20 in Turista class, with an average fare of €41 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €107. Based on 1,889 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVLO Turista | €12.20 | €23.29 | €79.00 |
| AVE Turista | €13.85 | €31.57 | €77.40 |
| ALVIA Turista | €14.60 | €35.53 | €73.05 |
| Intercit Turista | €18.00 | €32.96 | €67.50 |
| ALVIA Preferente | €23.30 | €61.70 | €77.75 |
| AVE Preferente | €26.50 | €49.03 | €107.25 |
| AVANT Turista | €34.45 | €35.67 | €36.00 |
Journey time
How long does the Madrid-Palencia train take?
The AVE takes 1h 21min between Madrid-Chamartín and Palencia. Services with more stops take up to 1h 55min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day |
|---|---|---|
| Alvia | 1h 27min – 1h 55min | 7 |
| AVE | 1h 21min – 1h 30min | 5 |
| Avlo | 1h 25min – 1h 26min | 2 |
| Intercity | 1h 29min – 1h 47min | 2 |
Stations
Stations on the Madrid-Palencia route
Trains leave from Madrid-Chamartín and arrive at Palencia. There are also 6 services from Madrid-Principe Pio, terminating at Palencia. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
On board
On board the Madrid-Palencia train
The route is served by Alvia, AVE, Avlo and Intercity. What each train carries depends on the set assigned to the service, so it is worth checking when you book.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alvia | 1h 27min – 1h 55min | 7 | Turista and Preferente |
| AVE | 1h 21min – 1h 30min | 5 | Turista and Preferente |
| Avlo | 1h 25min – 1h 26min | 2 | Turista |
| Intercity | 1h 29min – 1h 47min | 2 | Turista |
Savings
How to pay less on the Madrid-Palencia train
To save on the Madrid-Palencia train, book 31-60 days ahead (26% average saving). Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €34. Data from 1,889 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 31-60d ahead
26.4% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €36
Travel on Tuesday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €34
Tuesday: €34 on average vs Sunday: €50
Pick first thing in the morning trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €37
€37 on average vs €46 at the most expensive time
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Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
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Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
Compare departure days in the ofertren.com search box
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Madrid-Palencia train
How much does the Madrid-Palencia train cost?
From €12 one way, averaging €41 and up to €107 on the busiest dates. The lowest fare on record is Avlo Turista, from €12.20.
How long does the train from Madrid to Palencia take?
The AVE takes 1h 21min between Madrid-Chamartín and Palencia. Services with more stops take up to 1h 55min.
How many trains a day run from Madrid to Palencia?
16 departures a day from Madrid-Chamartín, split between Alvia, AVE, Avlo and Intercity. There are also 6 services from Madrid-Principe Pio.
Which station do trains to Palencia leave from in Madrid?
From Madrid-Chamartín, where the 16 daily services on this route start. The ones leaving Madrid-Principe Pio are the exception.
Which station in Palencia do trains from Madrid arrive at?
At Palencia. Services from Madrid-Principe Pio terminate at Palencia.
Does the Madrid-Palencia train make intermediate stops?
The most frequent stops are Valladolid and Segovia Guiomar.
What time do the first and last trains to Palencia leave?
The first leaves Madrid-Chamartín at 07:04 and arrives at 08:32. The last one leaves at 20:30 and arrives at 21:51.
When is the Madrid-Palencia train cheapest?
Booking 31-60 days before travelling saves 26.4% on average. Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €34. The first thing in the morning trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €37.
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