Madrid to Málaga Train

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Madrid to Málaga by train

The journey from Madrid to Málaga by train is 258.61 mi and takes 2 hrs 53 mins. There are 18 connections per day, with the first departure at 06:04 and the last at 21:25. It is possible to travel from Madrid to Málaga by train for as little as £13.23 or as much as £124.95. The best price for this journey is £13.23.

Lowest Price	£13.23
Journey Duration	2 hrs 53 mins
Connection per Day	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain 18
Lowest Price	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain £13.23
Highest Price	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain £124.95
First Departure	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain 06:04
Last Departure	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain 21:25
Distance	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain 258.61 mi
Departure	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain Madrid
Arrival	AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain Málaga
Carriers	AVE, AVLO AVE, AVLO, Iryo, Ouigo Spain

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Price as departure date approaches

Train companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around £10.11 to £37.96 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 73% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap train tickets from Madrid to Málaga

The cheapest Madrid - Málaga train tickets can be found for as low as £18.17 if you’re lucky, or £32.35 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £45.70.

Find the best day to travel to Málaga by train

When travelling to Málaga by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board AVE, AVLO and Iryo from Madrid to Málaga

Compare services on board when travelling from Madrid to Málaga by train.

Facilities	AVE	AVLO	Iryo
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Madrid to Málaga CO2 Emissions by Train

Train

29.13kg

Bus

31.21kg

Flight

83.24kg

Car

66.59kg

What are the CO2 emissions from Madrid to Málaga by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Madrid and Málaga are 29.13kg.

How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Madrid and Málaga? By taking the train between Madrid and Málaga you will save 54.11kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.08kg compared to a bus and 37.46kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Madrid to Málaga?

A train ticket from Madrid to Málaga is £44.62. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £13.23.

What's the cheapest train ticket from Madrid to Málaga?

The cheapest ticket you can get from Madrid to Málaga is £13.23. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.

What's the distance between Madrid and Málaga by train?

Madrid to Málaga is 258.61 mi.

How long does the train between Madrid and Málaga take?

Madrid to Málaga is on average 2 hrs 53 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 42 mins.

Which companies operate from Madrid to Málaga?

The train journey from Madrid to Málaga is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: AVE, AVLO, Iryo and Ouigo Spain.

How many train connections per day go from Madrid to Málaga?

Madrid to Málaga has 18 connection(s) per day on average.

What time does the first train from Madrid to Málaga leave?

The earliest train from Madrid to Málaga departs at 06:04. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

What time does the last train from Madrid to Málaga depart?

The latest train from Madrid to Málaga departs at 21:25. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.

Should I book my ticket from Madrid to Málaga in advance?

If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £13.23 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.

How many direct connections depart from Madrid to Málaga?

There are on average 18 direct connection(s) from Madrid to go to Málaga.

What's the fastest journey time between Madrid to Málaga by train?

The fastest journey time by train between Madrid and Málaga is 2 hrs 42 mins.

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Málaga?

Yes, there is a direct train between Madrid and Málaga.

What are the CO2 emissions for Madrid to Málaga by train?

The train journey from Madrid to Málaga creates 29.13kg of CO2 emissions.

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Madrid to Málaga by train

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