Shortest travel time:
2 h 42 m
Longest travel time:
3 h 17 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$81
Avg. daily departures:
18
Earliest departure:
07:25
Latest departure:
20:55
Madrid
The lively capital of Spain boasts quite a few busy train hubs. Check out everything you need to know about railway stations in Madrid.
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Madrid train stations
Pta. Atocha - Almudena Grandes
Plaza Emperador Carlos V, 28045, Madrid, Spain
Chamartin
Agustín de Foxá, 40, Madrid, Spain
Madrid - Atocha Cercanias
28045 , Madrid, Spain
Principe Pio
Paseo del Rey, 1092, Madrid, Spain
Madrid Estacion Sur
Calle Méndez Álvaro 84, 28045, Madrid, Spain
417 km
Malaga
To fully prepare for the upcoming trip, learn everything you need to know about train stations in Malaga, in-house facilities, and available rail services.
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Malaga train station
Maria Zambrano
Explanada de la Estación, s/n, 29002, Malaga, Spain

Madrid to Malaga Train Information

Without a doubt, one of the most time-saving options to discover the miracles of sun-kissed Spain is taking a train from Madrid to Malaga. An absolute favorite among adventurers is the AVE high-speed train that brings you from the spectacular Spanish capital to the southern part of the country in about 2,5 hours. Besides short travel times, this train boasts great service and modern amenities onboard, featuring cozy seats, generous luggage space, power sockets, free Wi-Fi, and entertaining multimedia. On Rail Ninja, you can easily browse the departure schedule and book your Madrid to Malaga train tickets within a few minutes. Planning to explore more travel destinations of Spain? Use the amazing online platform to build your custom Spain itineraries. Find out the most beautiful attractions either choose among the best transportation and hotels offers.

Is there a high-speed train from Madrid to Malaga?

Noted for great onboard service and short travel times, AVE high-speed train in one of the top-choice on Madrid - Malaga rail route.

How do I get from Madrid airport to Malaga by train?

As there are no direct rail services available between the mentioned destinations, you first need to reach the Atocha station, which regularly sends trains to the city of Malaga. Trains to Madrid's central station depart from Aeropuerto T4 every hour, so you won't spend much time waiting.

Madrid to Malaga Train Timetable

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
2 hrs 42 min
3 hrs 2 min
07:25
11:45
7
Afternoon trains
2 hrs 42 min
3 hrs 17 min
12:35
17:37
7
Evening trains
2 hrs 42 min
3 hrs 1 min
18:40
20:55
4

Trains on Madrid - Malaga Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
AVE
Bullet train
2 hrs 42 min
$85
12
AVLO
Express train
3 hrs 10 min
$130
1
Iryo
Bullet train
2 hrs 47 min
$81
5
9.8 / 10 based on 59 reviews

Madrid to Malaga Train Review & Rating

We're really glad that we took the Madrid - Malaga train instead of a plane

David & Mary F. about traveling from Madrid to Malaga