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Madrid to Malaga Train
The AVE high-speed train takes you to the south in about 2.5 hours from Madrid to Malaga. Tickets sell out quickly, so book them in advance. Don't miss the opportunity to get from the magnificent capital to the southern part of Spain by train!
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Madrid
Distance by train:
417 km/ 259 mi
417 km/ 259 mi
Malaga
Madrid to Malaga Train: Time, Distance & Ticket Cost
Shortest travel time
2 hrs 42 min
Longest travel time
3 hrs 52 min
Daily departures
24
Price starts from
$75
The rail line connecting the Spanish capital to the center of southern Andalusia is one of the most traveled routes in the country and belongs to the Ferrocarilles Espanoles national network. The Madrid to Seville train schedule offers up to 16 departures, so you can opt for a train that works best for your plans. If you would like to save your precious time, you should know that a well-equipped Ave bullet train covers a distance of 390 km (242 mi) between two cities in just 2,5 hours and thanks to top-notch service, time onboard literally flies by!
Madrid to Malaga Train Timetable
Train type
Earliest Train
Latest Train
Fastest Trip
Departures / Day
Morning trains
05:55
11:45
2 hrs 42 min
8
Afternoon trains
12:35
17:37
2 hrs 42 min
10
Evening trains
18:00
20:55
2 hrs 42 min
6
*Check the current Madrid to Malaga train timetable on the website Rail.Ninja
FAQ About Train From Madrid to Malaga
Speaking of the Madrid to Malaga train time, AVE high-speed train will take you to the final destination in just 2,5 hours which makes it the quickest option on the route.
Depending on the chosen type of train, preferred coach class, and even general availability, you can count on different rates. As a rule, the price for Madrid to Malaga train tickets starts from 75 USD per passenger.
Since there is no direct train between the mentioned destinations, to reach the south of Spain, you first have to get to Madrid's central railway station via the light rail (metro ligero), where you can easily catch a train to Malaga. Operated by Renfe, AVE high-speed trains depart from Madrid Puerta de Atocha to Malaga Maria Zambrano station 4 times per day.
The most convenient option to purchase your Madrid to Malaga train tickets is online. On Rail.Ninja, you can find more information about the available train services and coach classes but also book your tickets 2 years before the selected departure date!
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