The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Málaga
Cheapest price
€85
Average price
€157
Fastest journey
5 h 57 m
Average duration
6 h
Trains per day
85
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Málaga will cost around €157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
Of the 85 trains that leave Barcelona for Málaga on Wed, Nov 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 769 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 57 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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06020 · 06020
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06014 · 06208
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €44.
Distance: 769 km
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€137 Average price | €165 Average price | €136 Average price Cheapest |
6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Málaga train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
03052+ 06020 | On time 4:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h10 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03052+ 06118 | On time 4:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h02 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03052 · 02122 | On time 4:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h42 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06060 · 06020 | On time 4:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h05 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06060+ 02122 | On time 4:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h37 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06060 · 06118 | On time 4:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h57 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03060+ 06118 | On time 5:20 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h22 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03060+ 06020 | On time 5:20 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h30 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03060 · 02122 | On time 5:20 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h02 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06270 · 06118 | On time 6:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h37 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06270 · 06020 | On time 6:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h45 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06270+ 02122 | On time 6:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h17 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 06020 | On time 6:27 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h23 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03662 · 02122 | On time 6:27 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h55 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 06118 | On time 6:27 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h15 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03882 · 02122 | On time 7:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h22 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03882 | On time 7:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h23 | 1:23 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
03882+ 06118 | On time 7:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h42 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03882+ 06020 | On time 7:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h50 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03080 · 02122 | On time 7:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h57 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03080+ 06118 | On time 7:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h17 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03080+ 06020 | On time 7:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h25 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03990+ 08175 | On time 7:30 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h10 | 6:40 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03990 | On time 7:30 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h24 | 1:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
03990+ 08155 | On time 7:30 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h11 | 4:41 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03990+ 08125 | On time 7:30 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h50 | 2:20 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06090 · 06118 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h57 | 1:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06090+ 02122 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h37 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06090 · 06020 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h05 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03092 · 02122 | On time 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h22 | 2:22 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03092 · 02142 | On time 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h26 | 4:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03092+ 06020 | On time 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h50 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03304+ 06020 | On time 8:55 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h55 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03304 · 02142 | On time 8:55 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h31 | 4:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03304 · 02152 | On time 8:55 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h22 | 5:17 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06110+ 02142 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h41 | 4:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06110+ 02152 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h32 | 5:17 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06110 · 06020 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h05 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03112+ 06020 | On time 10:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h50 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03112 · 02142 | On time 10:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h26 | 4:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03112 · 02152 | On time 10:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h17 | 5:17 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06020 | On time 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h00 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
06020+ 02188 | On time 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h58 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06020+ 02152 | On time 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h27 | 5:17 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06020 · 06020 | On time 10:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h00 | 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03122+ 02188 | On time 11:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h48 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03122+ 06208 | On time 11:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h42 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03122 · 02152 | On time 11:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h17 | 5:17 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
09730 · 02162 | On time 11:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h55 | 6:45 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
09730+ 02188 | On time 11:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h58 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
09730+ 06208 | On time 11:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h52 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06130+ 02162 | On time 12:05 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h40 | 6:45 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06130+ 02188 | On time 12:05 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h43 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06130 · 06208 | On time 12:05 PM Barcelona Sants | 10h37 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03830+ 02188 | On time 12:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h23 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03830 · 02162 | On time 12:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h20 | 6:45 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03830+ 06208 | On time 12:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 10h17 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06014 · 06208 | On time 12:45 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h57 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 02188 | On time 12:45 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h03 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06014+ 02202 | On time 12:45 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h50 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03308 · 02202 | On time 1:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h35 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03308+ 02188 | On time 1:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h48 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03308+ 06208 | On time 1:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h42 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06150 · 06208 | On time 1:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h47 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06150+ 02202 | On time 1:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h40 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06150+ 02188 | On time 1:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h53 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03152 · 02202 | On time 2:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h35 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03152+ 06208 | On time 2:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h42 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03152+ 02188 | On time 2:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h48 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03992 | On time 2:17 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h26 | 8:43 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
03992+ 13910 | On time 2:17 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h14 | 10:31 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03992+ 08195 | On time 2:17 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h58 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03992 · 02202 | On time 2:17 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h18 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06160+ 05862 | On time 2:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h31 | 9:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06160+ 02202 | On time 2:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h40 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06160 · 06208 | On time 2:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h47 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03160+ 06208 | On time 3:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h17 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03160 · 02202 | On time 3:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h10 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03160 · 05862 | On time 3:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h01 | 9:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03874+ 06208 | On time 3:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h44 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03874 · 02202 | On time 3:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h37 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03170 · 02202 | On time 4:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h10 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
03170+ 06208 | On time 4:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h17 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06180 · 06208 | On time 4:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h07 | 10:42 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
06180+ 02202 | On time 4:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h00 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Málaga
Distance 769 km |
Average train duration 5h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 05:40 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Ouigo from Barcelona to Málaga trainsiryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Ouigo trains will get you between Barcelona and Málaga from €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Málaga

Passengers board the train most frequently from Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Málaga María Zambrano, located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Málaga
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
- Free throughout the station.
- Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
- 100 Montaditos
- Burger King
- Dunkin' Coffee
- Gino's
- Lizarran
- Orient Express Cafeteria
- The Posada of Brazil
- Pizza Hut
- Rail Coffee
- The Good Burger
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
- Hotel ILUNION Málaga
- Barceló Málaga
- Eurostars Málaga
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
- Located in the station's main concourse.
- Commuter rail lines: C1, C2
- Bus lines: 1, 3, 10, 16, 19, 24, 27, C2
- Train lines: Avant, AVE, Media Distancia
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