The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Fuengirola
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 18 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
438 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Fuengirola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Fuengirola will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Fuengirola without transferring at least once.
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NORMAL.7:40 AM8h35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:15 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$491One-way1 transfer
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NORMAL.7:40 AM8h00Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes3:40 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$491One-way1 transfer
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NORMAL.3:05 PM5h20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes8:25 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$521One-way1 transfer
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NORMAL.3:05 PM5h20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes8:25 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$521One-way1 transfer
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NORMAL.7:40 AM8h00Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes3:40 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$491One-way1 transfer
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NORMAL.7:40 AM8h35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:15 PMFuengirola, Estación de Autobuses$491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Fuengirola
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Fuengirola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $42.
Distance: 272 miles (438 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $239 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fuengirola:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $35 (€28).
A bus is $213 (€172) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $239 (€193).
Other travel options to Fuengirola take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 50m.
Bus takes on average 6h 1m.
The journey is about 2h 42m faster (2h 50m by train vs 5h 32m by car) and roughly $74 (€60) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($35 (€28) vs $109 (€88)). 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.
Live departures
Madrid to Fuengirola train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Fuengirola trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06078+ NORMAL. | On time 7:40 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h35 | 4:15 PM Fuengirola, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
06078+ NORMAL. | On time 7:40 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h00 | 3:40 PM Fuengirola, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
06020+ NORMAL. | On time 3:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h20 | 8:25 PM Fuengirola, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Fuengirola
Trains from Madrid to Fuengirola run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 272 miles (438 km) distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 272 miles (438 km) |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Fuengirola trainsiryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Fuengirola from $11 (€9). 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 Madrid to Fuengirola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Fuengirola 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 Fuengirola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Fuengirola
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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