The cheapest and fastest trains from Bilbao to Málaga
Cheapest price
€118
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
10 h 50 m
Average duration
11 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bilbao to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bilbao to Málaga will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €118.
It's difficult to get from Bilbao to Málaga without transferring at least once.
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06168Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bilbao to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 739 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€23 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price | €102 Average price |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 57m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bilbao to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Bilbao to Málaga trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04186+ 06168 | On time 6:00 AM Bilbao-Abando | 12h50 | 6:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04186+ 06020 | Delayed 6:00 AM Bilbao-Abando | 10h50 | 4:50 PM 4:50 PMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bilbao to Málaga
Trains from Bilbao to Málaga run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 12:48. The fastest train covers the 739 km distance in 2h 42m.
Distance 739 km |
Average train duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 42m |
First train 06:52 |
Last train 12:48 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Bilbao to Málaga trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Bilbao and Málaga from €15. 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 Bilbao to Málaga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bilbao to Málaga by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bilbao to Málaga
- 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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