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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Madrid-Príncipe Pio | Palencia | Cheapest | ||||
 | Train | Madrid-Chamartin | Palencia | Fastest | ||||
 | Train | Madrid-Chamartin | Palencia | No tags | ||||
| Train | Madrid-Chamartin | Palencia | No tags | ||||
| Train | Madrid-Chamartin | Palencia | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Madrid to Palencia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Palencia. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Madrid and Palencia?
Madrid
- AC. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
- BPríncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- CMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 919 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $27
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Palencia by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Madrid to Palencia?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Palencia start from $27. The average price for this train route is around $52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Palencia?
The average train ride duration from Madrid to Palencia is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 118 miles (190 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 20m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the Madrid to Palencia route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Madrid to Palencia?
The earliest train departs from Madrid to Palencia at 7:04am. And the latest train departs at 8:30pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Palencia was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $34To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Madrid to Palencia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $134 for a train ticket from Madrid to Palencia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-04.
