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Planning a trip from Madrid to Malaga? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just NZD 31.56, with the average price for this route around NZD 53.91! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.

Cheapest train of the day
NZD 39.97
18:3521:48
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NZD 39.97
Tue13Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 46.72
09:3512:28
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NZD 46.72
Wed14Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 56.06
07:2010:30
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NZD 56.06
Thu15Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 39.97
07:2010:30
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NZD 39.97
Fri16Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 31.56
18:3521:48
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NZD 31.56
Sat17Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 56.06
07:2010:30
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NZD 56.06
Sun18Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 32.85
18:3521:48
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NZD 32.85
Mon19Jan
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Madrid to Malaga train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Malaga? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just NZD 31.56, with the average price for this route being around NZD 53.91. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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11:35
2h 44m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
14:19
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
RENFE
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12:35
2h 45m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
15:20
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
RENFE
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14:35
2h 51m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
17:26
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
RENFE
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15:05
2h 44m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
17:49
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
iryo
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15:35
2h 42m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
18:17
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
RENFE
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16:35
3h 10m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:45
Paris
RENFE
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Madrid to Malaga Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Malaga usually begin at NZD 31.56. The average travel time is about 2h 42m, spanning a distance of roughly 416 km. OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE provides around 20 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
20:35
Departure city
Departure city
Arrival city
Arrival city
Journey time
Journey time
2h 42m
Distance
Distance
416 km
Price
Price
From NZD 31.56
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Malaga

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Malaga Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid to Malaga, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid to Malaga Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60-90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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