Barcelona to Malaga Train

Planning to take a train from Barcelona to Malaga? Enjoy the convenience and comfort of modern trains with picturesque landscapes along the way. Check out route details (train time, distance, schedule, prices) & book your Renfe railway tickets today!

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Barcelona

Departure station:

Sants Station

Carrer del Rector Triado, 75, 08014, Barcelona, Spain

Route
Distance by train:

​771 km/ 479 mi

Malaga
Arrival station:
Maria Zambrano
Explanada de la Estación, s/n, 29002, Malaga, Spain

Barcelona to Malaga Train: Time, Distance & Ticket Cost

Shortest time
Shortest travel time

5 hrs 32 min

Longest time
Longest travel time

7 hrs 22 min

departures
Daily departures
19
ticket
Price starts from
$70
If you're searching for the fastest way to travel between Malaga and Barcelona, you should consider taking the direct Renfe train. You can reach Spain's far south in just 5,5 hours on the high-speed AVE!

Getting to Malaga by train has never been easier or more convenient. In total, the high-speed rail journey between Barcelona and Malaga takes 5 hours and 32 minutes, with 19 daily departures from Barcelona so that your trip can be planned according to your schedule! There is no doubt that the Barcelona-Malaga express route is the most popular way to travel in Spain. Visit Rail.Ninja's website to learn more about this line.

Barcelona to Malaga Train Classes

​​Trains operated by Renfe generally offer two classes of service, Turista (Second class) and Preferente (First class). However, if you choose to travel around Europe using the AVE high-speed service, you should be aware that these trains also offer Turista Plus (second class advanced), which includes first class seats, but is not equipped with catering services during the weekday.

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Barcelona to Malaga Railway Map

Traveling from Barcelona to Malaga by train will provide an unforgettable experience. The journey takes 5.5 hours, and passengers do not have to change trains at any point. Check out the Barcelona - Malaga train route on the railway map.
Barcelona to Malaga Train Map

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