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Museo de Coín
Municipal museum presenting Coín's archaeology, history, and ethnography. It is the best introduction to the town's cultural identity and past.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Coin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Coin will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madrid for Coin on Tue, Aug 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 18 the direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Tue, Aug 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 47 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Coin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $41.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Coin:
A bus is $13 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Coin costing on average $41 (€33).
A bus is $153 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Coin costing on average $181 (€146).
Other travel options to Coin take longer:
Flight takes on average 3h 11m.
Bus takes on average 5h 10m.
The journey is about 2h 44m faster (2h 48m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly $66 (€54) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $107 (€87)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with iryo, SNCF OUIGO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Coin trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:55 AM Madrid | 2h47 | 10:42 AM Coin | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to Coin run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (428 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
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Municipal museum presenting Coín's archaeology, history, and ethnography. It is the best introduction to the town's cultural identity and past.
Interpretive space dedicated to olive oil culture, a key part of the local economy. Useful for understanding traditional production in the Guadalhorce area.
Small local exhibition venue hosting temporary art and cultural displays. A worthwhile stop for current programming and community creativity.
Central square framed by civic buildings and everyday town life. It is the best starting point for exploring Coín's historic center on foot.
Historic old town area with narrow streets, churches, and local houses. Ideal for wandering and discovering the town's layered past.
Hillside devotional area and viewpoint near the hermitage. It combines local tradition with one of the most rewarding outlooks over Coín.
Sopa Perota is Coin’s signature bread soup with tomato, peppers, garlic and olive oil. It is the town’s best-known traditional dish and central to local food festivals.
Porra Antequerana is a thick chilled tomato soup enriched with olive oil and bread, common across inland Malaga and popular in Coin in hot weather.
Ajoblanco is a cold almond and garlic soup from Malaga province, usually served with grapes or melon. It reflects the area’s Moorish culinary heritage.
Established restaurant in Coin known for refined Andalusian cooking, grilled meats and polished service in an elegant setting.
Popular traditional venta outside Coin serving hearty Andalusian classics, grilled dishes and local favourites in a rustic countryside atmosphere.
Well-known casual spot in Coin for tapas, grilled meats and regional dishes, with a lively local feel and reliable value.
Moderate for inland Andalusia. Hotels and meals are often cheaper than Costa del Sol resorts; local buses are low-cost.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Coin 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 Coin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Coin trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga María Zambrano station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Coin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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