Barcelona to Málaga by train

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$12.00

• Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance: US$76

• Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance: US$76

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

• Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

• Travel with a budget train operator

• Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

• Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

• Select a non-flexible fare

• Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

• Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

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.