New train route! Travel between Barcelona and Seville with Ouigo.

Santander to Málaga train with Renfe ALVIA

Fri, Dec 19
+ Add return
Renfe ALVIA
Renfe Viajeros
Regionale
Regiojet
Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
Renfe ALVIA
Renfe Viajeros
Regionale
Regiojet
Deutsche Bahn
1,000+ travel companies
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Málaga

Showing times and prices for Dec 21

Cheapest price

€106

Average price

€111

Fastest journey

11 h 1 m

Average duration

11 h 57 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

752 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santander to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Santander to Málaga will cost around €111 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Santander to Málaga without transferring at least once.

Renfe ALVIA04072+iryo06020
06:48AM11h01
Santander station
05:49PMMálaga María Zambrano
1061One-way
1 transfer
Renfe ALVIA04072+iryo06168
06:48AM12h53
Santander station
07:41PMMálaga María Zambrano
1151One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Santander to Málaga

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santander to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €45.

Distance: 752 km

Compare train with

Train
Most popular
Bus
Flight

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€226

Average price

€238

Average price

7h 46m

Average total duration

7h 16m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

15h 24m

Average total duration

14h 54m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

5h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

-

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.5kg

CO2 emissions

Renfe ALVIA

Most popular train company

Secorbus

Most popular bus company

Ryanair

Most popular airline

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Santander to Málaga train times

The table below shows live departures for Santander to Málaga trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 1:50 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
RenfeAVLO4:35 PM Santander
3h13
7:48 PM Málaga0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

Find all the dates and times for this journey

Compare prices and tickets Santander to Málaga by train, bus, or flight

Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
Dec 21
Mon
Dec 22
Tue
Dec 23
Wed
Dec 24
Thu
Dec 25
Fri
Dec 26
Sat
Dec 27
Sun
Dec 28
Mon
Dec 29
Tue
Dec 30
Wed
Dec 31
Thu
Jan 01
Fri
Jan 02
Sat
Jan 03
Sun
Jan 04
Mon
Jan 05
Tue
Jan 06
Wed
Jan 07
Thu
Jan 08
Fri
Jan 09
Sat
Jan 10

Journey information

Overview: Train from Santander to Málaga

SpainSpain
SpainSpain
Icon of train

Trains from Santander to Málaga run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.

There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 20:35. The fastest train covers the 752 km distance in 2h 42m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
752 km
Average train duration
7h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
€11
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
2h 42m
First train
06:00
Last train
20:35
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Málaga trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Málaga from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 28m
Cheapest Price
€92
Renfe Viajeros frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Santander to Málaga

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santander 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Santander to Málaga can start from as little as €104 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Santander to Málaga is €104; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Santander and Málaga is on average 8 h 28 min   for the 751 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Santander to Málaga by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Santander to Málaga leaves at 06: 48. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Santander to Málaga leaves at 19: 00.
There are 2 trains a day from Santander to Málaga which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA or Renfe Viajeros. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the trip from Santander to Málaga you can take a train with Renfe ALVIA or Renfe Viajeros. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to Málaga from Santander on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 19: 00.
You have options as you can travel to Málaga from Santander 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Santander to Málaga

Santander
Málaga
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free throughout the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
Dining
Dining
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel ILUNION Málaga
  • Barceló Málaga
  • Eurostars Málaga
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the station's main concourse.
Public transit options for Malaga María Zambrano
  • Commuter rail lines: C1, C2
  • Bus lines: 1, 3, 10, 16, 19, 24, 27, C2
  • Train lines: Avant, AVE, Media Distancia

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone