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Barcelona to Málaga by train
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Cheapest Price US$12.50
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30 days in advance US$105.50
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First train05:50
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Last train15:50
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey5hr 36m
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Distance769 kilometres
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Trains per day16
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Avg. journey time6hr 16m
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Train operators
Explore Barcelona to Málaga by train
Thinking about travelling from Barcelona to Málaga by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.
Train cost between Barcelona and Málaga
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: US$12.50
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance: US$105
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance: US$93
Finding cheap train tickets
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Select a non-flexible fare
Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares
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Barcelona to Málaga train schedule
The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:50.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 15:50.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 06:45.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 15:50.
16 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 21 minutes.
Train duration for trips from Barcelona to Málaga
The swiftest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 36 minutes, crossing a total distance of 769 kilometres.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Barcelona and Málaga?
You can secure tickets for travel between Barcelona and Málaga up to 12 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Additional information on train travel from Barcelona to Málaga
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Málaga city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Barcelona to Málaga
Want to know more about your journey from Barcelona to Málaga? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
What is the travel distance between Barcelona and Málaga by train?
The total journey from Barcelona to Málaga is 769 kilometres.
How much does the train from Barcelona to Málaga cost?
The minimum fare on this route is US$12.50. Tickets booked 30 days in advance are priced around US$105. If booked 7 days before departure, the cost is approximately US$93.
How far in advance can I book my Barcelona to Málaga train tickets?
Tickets for this route go on sale 12 months in advance of the departure date.
How long does the train take from Barcelona to Málaga?
The fastest journey takes 5 hours and 36 minutes.
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Travel by train from Barcelona to Málaga on a direct AVE service. Or opt instead for the higher-frequency route via Madrid, with an easy change of train in the Spanish capital.
AVE
It is very easy to travel by train from Barcelona to Málaga. You can choose fast AVE services or if the timings of the direct trains don’t suit you, you’ll find several other options each day, all involving a change of train in Madrid Atocha. This adds 20 to 50 mins to the overall journey time.
The route tracks west from Barcelona into Aragon, crossing the River Ebro near Zaragoza. Then it’s a fast dash across the plains of Castilla–La Mancha, with distant views of the Madrid conurbation to your right. Your train sweeps through the rugged Sierra Morena to reach Córdoba and then continues to Málaga on Spain's southern coast.
Barcelona to Málaga-María Zambrano
High-speed AVE trains speed from Barcelona Sants directly to Málaga María Zambrano station two times a day. The trains leave in the morning and in the afternoon. The AVE services stop seven to eight times on the way, including Zaragoza, Ciudad Real and Córdoba. From Córdoba it is just another hour through the hills of Andalucía to Málaga.
AVE via Madrid
It is very easy to travel by train from Barcelona to Málaga. There are frequent connections that require just one easy change of train in Madrid.
Setting off from Barcelona the route travels west into Aragon, crossing the River Ebro near Zaragoza. Then it’s a fast dash across the plains to Madrid. After the change at Madrid, your train sweeps through La Mancha and the rugged Sierra Morena to reach Córdoba. From there it is just an hour through the hills to the coast at Málaga.
Barcelona to Madrid
Take a high-speed AVE or Ouigo train directly from Barcelona Sants station to Madrid Atocha. Trains that stop up to four times along the way may take 30 to 40 minutes longer. This journey along Spain's premier high-speed rail route reveals a variety of passing landscapes as you speed from Catalonia through Aragon to the Spanish heartland.
Madrid to Málaga-María Zambrano
Direct high-speed trains run from Madrid Atocha to Malága María Zambrano station. A couple of services run non-stop between the two cities, but the great majority stop at Córdoba. Some trains make up to five further stops along the way. The route is mainly served by modern AVE trains. Trains making additional stops may take up to 1 hr longer. From María Zambrano station it is an easy transfer onto suburban trains (called Cercanías) which run east to Centro-Alameda, north to Álora and along the coast to the airport and Fuengirola.