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Museo de Palencia
The city’s main museum displays archaeology, sacred art, and regional history. It is the best place to understand Palencia and its province.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Palencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Palencia will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 17 trains from Madrid to Palencia, including 17 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 191 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 21 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Trains from Madrid to Palencia run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 22:08. The fastest train covers the 118 miles (191 km) distance in 1h 1m.
Distance 118 miles (191 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 1m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 10:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Palencia.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Palencia trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04193 | On time 7:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h30 | 8:38 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18007 | 8:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h32 | 11:57 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05183 | On time 8:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h21 | 9:51 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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04261 | 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h28 | 8:32 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04073 | 7:41 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h33 | 9:14 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18061 | 9:06 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h19 | 12:25 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04091 | 9:15 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h28 | 10:43 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
05071 | 9:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h23 | 11:19 AM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04121 | 11:23 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h25 | 12:48 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18063 | 12:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h28 | 3:53 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04149 | 1:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h28 | 3:21 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04151 | 2:59 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h24 | 4:23 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18003 | 4:26 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h22 | 7:48 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18065 | 5:06 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h39 | 8:45 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04179 | 5:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h29 | 6:59 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18005 | 6:23 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 3h33 | 9:56 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | 6:51 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h27 | 8:18 PM Palencia station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The city’s main museum displays archaeology, sacred art, and regional history. It is the best place to understand Palencia and its province.
Cathedral museum with sculpture, painting, liturgical art, and access to key spaces. A strong complement to the cathedral visit.
Museum inside the Diocesan House with religious art and heritage collections. It offers insight into the city’s ecclesiastical history.
Elegant pedestrian street known for its long colonnades, shops, and lively urban character. It is one of the city’s signature walking routes.
Scenic hilltop area around the Christ statue with the city’s best panorama. A top choice for sunset views and photography.
Palencia’s main plaza is lined with arcades, civic buildings, and cafés nearby. It is the natural starting point for exploring the city center.
Roast suckling lamb from Castilla y León, slowly oven-cooked until tender. A festive classic in Palencia, prized for its simple seasoning and rich flavor.
Small river crabs cooked in a savory sauce, often with garlic and paprika. Traditional inland fare linked to local rivers and tavern cooking.
Blood sausage rice from nearby Villada, made with morcilla and rice. It is a noted specialty in the province and a staple of local charcuterie culture.
Refined dining with modern Castilian cuisine in an elegant setting. Known for tasting menus and careful treatment of regional products.
Traditional restaurant popular for roast meats, Castilian dishes, and a classic dining room atmosphere suitable for a local culinary experience.
Well-known central venue for tapas, raciones, and regional specialties. Lively and casual, with a strong local following.
More affordable than Madrid or Barcelona, with lower hotel rates, modest dining prices, and inexpensive local transport.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafes, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Palencia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Palencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Palencia trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Palencia station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Palencia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
Palencia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Palencia.
ATMs are available at Palencia.
Ticket office support is available at Palencia.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Palencia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Palencia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Palencia.
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