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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ciudad Real to Málaga
Showing times and prices for Dec 17
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
255 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ciudad Real to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ciudad Real to Málaga will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Fast trains
Of the 33 trains that leave Ciudad Real for Málaga on Wed, Dec 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
02156 · 0218803:56PM5h52
Ciudad Real station09:48PMMálaga María Zambrano
$501One-way
1 transfer
02156+
0216203:56PM3h40
Ciudad Real station07:36PMMálaga María Zambrano
$611One-way
1 transfer
02096+0388209:56AM4h23
Ciudad Real station02:19PMMálaga María Zambrano
$671One-way
1 transfer
02096+0386209:56AM2h32
Ciudad Real station12:28PMMálaga María Zambrano
$671One-way
1 transfer
02156+
0817503:56PM3h32
Ciudad Real station07:28PMMálaga María Zambrano
$681One-way
1 transfer
0216205:26PM2h10
Ciudad Real station07:36PMMálaga María Zambrano
$1171One-way
0 transfers
02124+0212201:03PM2h17
Ciudad Real station03:20PMMálaga María Zambrano
$1131One-way
1 transfer
03992+0218807:18PM2h30
Ciudad Real station09:48PMMálaga María Zambrano
$791One-way
1 transfer
03942+0218807:18PM2h30
Ciudad Real station09:48PMMálaga María Zambrano
$851One-way
1 transfer
02096+0386209:56AM2h32
Ciudad Real station12:28PMMálaga María Zambrano
$671One-way
1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Ciudad Real to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ciudad Real to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 158 miles (255 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€43 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ciudad Real to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Ciudad Real to Málaga trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 4:48 PM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02176+05862 | Delayed 5:05 PM 4:56 PMCiudad Real station | 4h44 | 9:47 PM 9:47 PMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02176+03992 | Delayed 5:05 PM 4:56 PMCiudad Real station | 3h54 | 8:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02176+08195 | Delayed 5:05 PM 4:56 PMCiudad Real station | 4h19 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03992+08195 | On time 6:18 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h57 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03942 · 05862 | Delayed 6:18 PM Ciudad Real station | 3h22 | 9:47 PM 9:47 PMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03992 | On time 6:18 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h32 | 8:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03942+08195 | On time 6:18 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h57 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02188+02202 | On time 6:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h04 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02188+08195 | On time 6:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h44 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02188 | On time 6:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h17 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 02188+05862 | Delayed 6:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 3h09 | 9:47 PM 9:47 PMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
| 02070+08125 | On time 6:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h20 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02070 · 03862 | Delayed 6:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h32 | 11:28 AM 11:28 AMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02070 · 03882 | On time 6:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h23 | 1:19 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02074+08125 | On time 7:03 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h13 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02074+03882 | On time 7:03 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h16 | 1:19 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02074+03862 | Delayed 7:03 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h25 | 11:28 AM 11:28 AMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 09366+08125 | On time 8:05 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h11 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 09366+03882 | On time 8:05 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h14 | 1:19 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 09366+03862 | Delayed 8:05 AM Ciudad Real station | 3h23 | 11:28 AM 11:28 AMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02096+03882 | On time 8:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h23 | 1:19 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02096+08125 | On time 8:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h20 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02096+03862 | Delayed 8:56 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h32 | 11:28 AM 11:28 AMMálaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03982 · 03882 | On time 10:35 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h44 | 1:19 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03982+08125 | On time 10:35 AM Ciudad Real station | 3h41 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03982 · 03990 | On time 10:35 AM Ciudad Real station | 3h19 | 1:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03990 | On time 11:17 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h37 | 1:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03990+08125 | On time 11:17 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h59 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03940+08125 | On time 11:17 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h59 | 2:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 03990 · 03990 | On time 11:17 AM Ciudad Real station | 2h37 | 1:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02124+02162 | On time 12:03 PM Ciudad Real station | 6h33 | 6:36 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02124+02122 | On time 12:03 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h17 | 2:20 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02124+08155 | On time 12:03 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h52 | 4:55 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02156+08175 | On time 2:56 PM Ciudad Real station | 3h32 | 6:28 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02156 · 02188 | On time 2:56 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h52 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02156+02162 | On time 2:56 PM Ciudad Real station | 3h40 | 6:36 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02162 · 02202 | On time 4:26 PM Ciudad Real station | 6h09 | 10:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02162+02188 | On time 4:26 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h22 | 8:48 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02162+08195 | On time 4:26 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h49 | 9:15 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
| 02162 | On time 4:26 PM Ciudad Real station | 2h10 | 6:36 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Ciudad Real to Málaga?
The best time to book your train from Ciudad Real to Málaga is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Ciudad Real to Málaga route.
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Trains
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Overview: Train from Ciudad Real to Málaga
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Trains from Ciudad Real to Málaga run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 158 miles (255 km) distance in 2h 13m.
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 158 miles (255 km) |
Average train duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 13m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 22:15 |
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: AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros from Ciudad Real to Málaga trainsAVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Ciudad Real and Málaga from $19 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 24m
Cheapest Price
$45 (€36)
AVE frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Renfe AVLO
About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
Renfe AVLO frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 17m
Cheapest Price
$34 (€27)
Renfe Viajeros frequency
2 a day
FAQs: Trains from Ciudad Real to Málaga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ciudad Real 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.
To fully experience Málaga, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its vibrant culture, historic sites like the Alcazaba and Picasso Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and beaches.
The train journey from Ciudad Real to Málaga offers picturesque views of the Spanish countryside, passing through rolling hills, olive groves, and charming rural landscapes, providing a pleasant and scenic travel experience.
The train from Ciudad Real to Málaga takes 2h 13m and runs 5 per day.
Train ticket prices from Ciudad Real to Málaga can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $19 (€15), while the average price is around $54 (€43).
In Málaga, you can explore the Alcazaba, a Moorish fortress with panoramic views, and visit the Picasso Museum to see a vast collection of Pablo Picasso's art. Discover the impressive Málaga Cathedral, known for its Renaissance architecture, and relax at La Malagueta Beach. Experience local cuisine at Mercado Central de Atarazanas, and don't miss the Roman Theatre and Gibralfaro Castle for stunning city vistas.
The last train from Ciudad Real to Málaga leaves at 10:15 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Ciudad Real to Málaga is by train, with a cost of around $19 (€15).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Ciudad Real to Málaga.
A day trip from Ciudad Real to Málaga is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 13m. The distance is 158 miles (255 km), and there are 5 trains per day.
The first train from Ciudad Real to Málaga leaves at 5:48 AM.
The distance by train from Ciudad Real to Málaga is 158 miles (255 km).
Yes, you can take the train from Ciudad Real to Málaga.
The train station in Ciudad Real that goes to Málaga is Ciudad Real station, which connects to Málaga María Zambrano.
Yes, there is a direct train from Ciudad Real to Málaga. This service operates 5 times per day, provided by AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros.
There is no high speed train available from Ciudad Real to Málaga.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ciudad Real to Málaga
Ciudad Real
Málaga
The major train station for departures in Ciudad Real is Ciudad Real. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Ciudad Real for your trip from Ciudad Real to Málaga.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Information Desk
The major train station for arrivals in Málaga is Malaga María Zambrano. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Malaga María Zambrano for your journey to Málaga from Ciudad Real.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParking
Dining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free throughout the station.
Lockers
- Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
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
- The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
Hotel
- Hotel ILUNION Málaga
- Barceló Málaga
- Eurostars Málaga
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
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
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