Madrid to Málaga by train

Travelling from Madrid to Málaga by train takes about 2h 55m, run by Renfe. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 15m. The train is still the cheapest.

A closer look at the Train journey

What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.

Ticket price
€8

Omio catalogue, Oct 7 · For the route, not a chosen day

Total journey
2h 55m
Change
direct
Operator
Renfe

The journey, step by step

  1. 1
    Madrid to MálagaRenfe2h 55m

    The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.

Total journey time2h 55m

Departures from Madrid to Málaga

Renfe runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:20 and the last at 20:35.

OperatorDepartures a dayFirstLast
Renfe1107:2020:35
Ouigo209:5517:35

All departuresRenfe

  • 07:20
  • 08:30
  • 09:35
  • 11:35
  • 12:35
  • 14:35
  • 15:35
  • 16:30
  • 18:35
  • 19:50
  • 20:35

All departuresOuigo

  • 09:55
  • 17:35

Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.

Train facts for this route

These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the train only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.

Train operators
Renfe, Ouigo
Timetable
First train at 07:20, last at 20:35, 11 a day with Renfe.
Good to know
Direct train, no change on the way.

Before you travel

Which station?

The departure and arrival stations are not in this observation. Check them with your ticket provider.

Plan the change

The connection time is not stated for this route. Check the provider's rules on connections when you plan the trip.

Baggage and ticket conditions

Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.

Accessibility

Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.

Other ways to travel

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Ticket prices on this route

What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.

  • Train· 2h 44m€8Book
  • Bus· 5h 10m€19Book

Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Oct 7

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Madrid to Málaga by train: common questions

How long does Madrid to Málaga take by train?

About 2h 55m, with no transfer.

How much is a train ticket from Madrid to Málaga?

Omio publishes €8 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.

Who runs the train from Madrid to Málaga?

Renfe. You buy the ticket directly from them.

Is the train or the flight better?

The flight is faster at 1h 15m. The train wins on price.

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