Montpellier to Palencia by train

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Overview: trains from Montpellier to Palencia

Find the key information for travelling by train from Montpellier to Palencia, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 07:50 View journey
Last train 22:51 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 9hr 15m View journey
Distance (km) 709
Trains / day 12 View all
Cheapest journey AU$235.24 View journey
Avg journey time 15hr 13m
Train operators 11

Going from Montpellier to Palencia by train

About to set off from Montpellier to Palencia by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of a train ticket between Montpellier and Palencia

The cheapest ticket price along this route is AU$235.24. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 and a half months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Montpellier to Palencia

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Montpellier to Palencia:

  • 07:50 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 22:51 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 07:50 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 20:53 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 8 minutes from Montpellier toward Palencia.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 12 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Montpellier to Palencia

The quickest time by train is 9 hours and 15 minutes, travelling a total distance of 709 kilometres.

When do tickets go on sale between Montpellier and Palencia?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Montpellier and Palencia 3 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Montpellier to Palencia

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Palencia city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Montpellier to Palencia

Want to know more about your journey from Montpellier to Palencia? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Montpellier to Palencia covers 709 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.