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Palencia-Madrid trains: timetables, fares and offers
Palencia-Madrid train in 1h 26min from €14. 16 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Palencia-Madrid route
The Palencia-Madrid train covers 444 km in 1h 26min on the fastest AVE, and up to 2h 08min on the services with more stops. There are 16 departures a day from Palencia to Madrid-Chamartín, from €14 and averaging €42. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 444 km |
| Shortest journey | 1h 26min (AVE) |
| Longest journey | 2h 08min |
| Departures a day | 16 trains |
| Train types | Alvia, AVE, Intercity and Avlo |
| Lowest fare | €14 |
| Average fare | €42 |
| Highest fare | €107 |
| Cheapest time of day | after 8pm |
| Best time to book | 22-30 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Palencia |
| Arrival station | Madrid-Chamartín |
Schedules
Palencia-Madrid train timetable
The first train leaves Palencia at 09:01 and the last one at 21:30. The fastest service is the AVE at 13:34, arriving at 15:00 in 1h 26min. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:45 | 07:57 | 2h 12min | — | |
| 05:45 | 07:57 | 2h 12min | — | |
| 05:45 | 08:20 | 2h 35min | — | |
| 05:45 | 08:20 | 2h 35min | — | |
| 07:20 | 08:46 | 1h 26min | — | |
| 07:50 | 10:07 | 2h 17min | — | |
| 07:50 | 10:07 | 2h 17min | — | |
| 08:05 | 11:10 | 3h 05min | — | |
| 08:05 | 11:10 | 3h 05min | — | |
| 09:01 | 10:38 | 1h 37min | — | |
| 09:15 | 11:30 | 2h 15min | — | |
| 09:40 | 12:42 | 3h 02min | — | |
| 09:50 | 11:52 | 2h 02min | — | |
| 10:25 | 11:52 | 1h 27min | — | |
| 11:24 | 12:59 | 1h 35min | — | |
| 12:48 | 14:18 | 1h 30min | — | |
| 13:34 | 15:07 | 1h 33min | — | |
| 14:15 | 19:07 | 4h 52min | — | |
| 15:15 | 17:19 | 2h 04min | — | |
| 15:51 | 17:19 | 1h 28min | — | |
| 16:00 | 18:21 | 2h 21min | — | |
| 16:15 | 19:02 | 2h 47min | — | |
| 16:30 | 18:21 | 1h 51min | — | |
| 16:33 | 19:02 | 2h 29min | — | |
| 16:54 | 19:07 | 2h 13min | — | |
| 16:54 | 19:07 | 2h 13min | — | |
| 17:57 | 19:31 | 1h 34min | — | |
| 18:00 | 20:22 | 2h 22min | — | |
| 18:00 | 20:53 | 2h 53min | — | |
| 18:33 | 20:07 | 1h 34min | — | |
| 18:34 | 20:38 | 2h 04min | — | |
| 19:07 | 21:47 | 2h 40min | — | |
| 19:45 | 21:07 | 1h 22min | — | |
| 19:45 | 21:19 | 1h 34min | — | |
| 20:59 | 22:32 | 1h 33min | — | |
| 21:30 | 23:31 | 2h 01min | — |
A sample of the 16 daily services, spread across the day. Check your date's availability in the search box.
Prices
Palencia-Madrid train fares
The Palencia-Madrid train starts at €13.85 in Turista class, with an average fare of €42 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €107. Based on 1,345 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE Turista | €13.85 | €35.97 | €77.40 |
| ALVIA Turista | €14.60 | €36.29 | €73.05 |
| AVLO Turista | €15.00 | €21.85 | €79.00 |
| Intercit Turista | €18.00 | €28.87 | €67.50 |
| MD Turista | €20.80 | €35.76 | €49.30 |
| PROXIMDA Turista | €20.80 | €34.75 | €49.30 |
| AVE Preferente | €26.50 | €54.00 | €107.25 |
| ALVIA Preferente | €28.50 | €62.59 | €77.75 |
| REGIONAL Turista | €34.45 | €34.45 | €34.45 |
Journey time
How long does the Palencia-Madrid train take?
The AVE takes 1h 26min between Palencia and Madrid-Chamartín. Services with more stops take up to 2h 08min. 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 – 2h 08min | 9 |
| AVE | 1h 26min – 1h 57min | 4 |
| Intercity | 1h 30min – 1h 57min | 2 |
| Avlo | 1h 26min | 1 |
Stations
Stations on the Palencia-Madrid route
Trains leave from Palencia and arrive at Madrid-Chamartín. There are also 10 services from Palencia, terminating at Madrid-Principe Pio. 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 Palencia-Madrid train
The route is served by Alvia, AVE, Intercity and Avlo. 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 – 2h 08min | 9 | Turista and Preferente |
| AVE | 1h 26min – 1h 57min | 4 | Turista and Preferente |
| Intercity | 1h 30min – 1h 57min | 2 | Turista |
| Avlo | 1h 26min | 1 | Turista |
Savings
How to pay less on the Palencia-Madrid train
To save on the Palencia-Madrid train, book 22-30 days ahead (21% average saving). Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €37. Data from 1,345 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 22-30d ahead
20.6% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €38
Travel on Tuesday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €37
Tuesday: €37 on average vs Sunday: €53
Pick the evening trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €31
€31 on average vs €47 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 Palencia-Madrid train
How much does the Palencia-Madrid train cost?
From €14 one way, averaging €42 and up to €107 on the busiest dates. The lowest fare on record is AVE Turista, from €13.85.
How long does the train from Palencia to Madrid take?
The AVE takes 1h 26min between Palencia and Madrid-Chamartín. Services with more stops take up to 2h 08min.
How many trains a day run from Palencia to Madrid?
16 departures a day from Palencia, split between Alvia, AVE, Intercity and Avlo. There are also 10 services from Palencia.
Which station do trains to Madrid leave from in Palencia?
From Palencia, where the 16 daily services on this route start. The ones leaving Palencia are the exception.
Which station in Madrid do trains from Palencia arrive at?
At Madrid-Chamartín. Services from Palencia terminate at Madrid-Principe Pio.
Does the Palencia-Madrid train make intermediate stops?
The most frequent stops are Valladolid and Segovia Guiomar.
What time do the first and last trains to Madrid leave?
The first leaves Palencia at 09:01 and arrives at 10:31. The last one leaves at 21:30 and arrives at 23:24.
When is the Palencia-Madrid train cheapest?
Booking 22-30 days before travelling saves 20.6% on average. Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €37. The the evening trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €31.
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