Málaga to Palencia train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Málaga to Palencia by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Málaga to Palencia take around 5 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 590 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Málaga is scheduled to depart at around  06:20. The last departure is usually at around 21:20 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Málaga at around 07:33, with the last train leaving at around 21:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 50 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$72.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Palencia, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Palencia.

Is there a direct train from Málaga to Palencia?

The journey between Málaga and Palencia usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Málaga to Palencia every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Málaga to Palencia?

The Málaga to Palencia train travel takes about 5 hours and 5 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Málaga to Palencia train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Palencia leaving Málaga at around 06:20 and the last train leaving at around 21:20 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Málaga at around 07:33, with the final departure at 21:20.