The cheapest and fastest trains from Málaga to Orihuela
Cheapest price
€145
Average price
€145
Fastest journey
6 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Málaga to Orihuela is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Orihuela will cost around €145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €145.
Of the 1 trains that leave Málaga for Orihuela on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Málaga to Orihuela
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Orihuela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 342 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest | €160 Average price |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Málaga to Orihuela train times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Orihuela trains for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 AM Málaga | 6h25 | 12:20 PM Orihuela | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Málaga | 3h10 | 3:35 PM Orihuela | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Málaga to Orihuela
Trains from Málaga to Orihuela run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €43 but you can travel from only €39 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: AVE from Málaga to Orihuela trainsAVE trains will get you between Málaga and Orihuela from €39. 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 Málaga to Orihuela
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Orihuela 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 Orihuela, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Málaga María Zambrano, which is located around 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Orihuela-Miguel Hernández, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Málaga to Orihuela
- 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
Most popular train connections from Málaga
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