Málaga to Barcelona train

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Cheap train tickets from Málaga to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
iryo
03:34PM8h06
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
$1161One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
iryo
03:34PM5h56
Málaga María Zambrano
09:30PMBarcelona Sants
$1171One-way
1 transfer
iryo
03:34PM6h43
Málaga María Zambrano
10:17PMBarcelona Sants
$1221One-way
1 transfer
iryo
12:45PM8h20
Málaga María Zambrano
09:05PMBarcelona Sants
$1271One-way
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
05:57PM5h43
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
$1271One-way
1 transfer

Train schedule from Málaga to Barcelona

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, September 9
Renfe AVE
06:28AM6h17
Málaga María Zambrano
12:45PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
06:28AM8h42
Málaga María Zambrano
03:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
06:28AM7h42
Málaga María Zambrano
02:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVANT
07:10AM7h11
Málaga María Zambrano
02:21PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
07:33AM6h37
Málaga María Zambrano
02:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
07:33AM9h02
Málaga María Zambrano
04:35PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
07:33AM7h37
Málaga María Zambrano
03:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
08:09AM7h01
Málaga María Zambrano
03:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
08:09AM8h26
Málaga María Zambrano
04:35PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
08:09AM6h01
Málaga María Zambrano
02:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
08:25AM5h56
Málaga María Zambrano
02:21PMBarcelona Sants
0 transfers
Renfe AVE
08:58AM9h12
Málaga María Zambrano
06:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
08:58AM7h37
Málaga María Zambrano
04:35PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
08:58AM9h44
Málaga María Zambrano
06:42PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVLO
10:48AM7h54
Málaga María Zambrano
06:42PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVLO
10:48AM7h22
Málaga María Zambrano
06:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVLO
10:48AM8h22
Málaga María Zambrano
07:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
11:35AM7h07
Málaga María Zambrano
06:42PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
11:35AM6h35
Málaga María Zambrano
06:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
11:35AM7h35
Málaga María Zambrano
07:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
11:58AM7h12
Málaga María Zambrano
07:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
11:58AM6h12
Málaga María Zambrano
06:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
11:58AM6h44
Málaga María Zambrano
06:42PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
12:45PM8h20
Málaga María Zambrano
09:05PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
12:45PM7h25
Málaga María Zambrano
08:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
12:45PM6h25
Málaga María Zambrano
07:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:07PM8h10
Málaga María Zambrano
10:17PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:07PM6h58
Málaga María Zambrano
09:05PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:07PM7h23
Málaga María Zambrano
09:30PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:58PM6h32
Málaga María Zambrano
09:30PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:58PM6h07
Málaga María Zambrano
09:05PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:58PM7h19
Málaga María Zambrano
10:17PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
03:34PM8h06
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
03:34PM5h56
Málaga María Zambrano
09:30PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
iryo
03:34PM6h43
Málaga María Zambrano
10:17PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
03:55PM6h22
Málaga María Zambrano
10:17PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
03:55PM7h45
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
03:55PM6h49
Málaga María Zambrano
10:44PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
05:00PM6h55
Málaga María Zambrano
11:55PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
05:00PM6h40
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
05:00PM6h10
Málaga María Zambrano
11:10PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
05:57PM5h43
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
1 transfer

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Fastest train times from Málaga to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Sep 09

Fastest Journey

5 h 43 m

Average

7 h 14 m

Trains per day

42

Distance

769 km

Of the 42 trains that leave Málaga for Barcelona every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
Renfe AVE
05:57PM5h43
Málaga María Zambrano
11:40PMBarcelona Sants
$1271One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
Renfe AVE
08:25AM5h56
Málaga María Zambrano
02:21PMBarcelona Sants
$2351One-way
0 transfers
2nd Fastest
iryo
03:34PM5h56
Málaga María Zambrano
09:30PMBarcelona Sants
$1171One-way
1 transfer
iryo
08:09AM6h01
Málaga María Zambrano
02:10PMBarcelona Sants
$1591One-way
1 transfer
Renfe AVE
02:58PM6h07
Málaga María Zambrano
09:05PMBarcelona Sants
$1291One-way
1 transfer

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Málaga to Barcelona

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Cons
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The journey took almost seven hours and the train was very punctual. There were no problems or complications when buying the ticket on the website. Fortunately, the toilets were very clean. The staff were mostly very friendly and pleasant. The train was a few minutes late, but I didn't mind. To summarise again in one sentence. I give it five stars.

Overview: Train from Málaga to Barcelona

distanceDistance477 miles (769 km)
durationAverage train duration5 h 56 min
priceAverage train ticket price$160 (€135)
frequencyTrain frequency1 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain providersAVE

Trains from Málaga to Barcelona cover the 477 miles (769 km) long journey taking on average 5 h 56 min with our travel partners like AVE. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $59 (€50), but the average price of train tickets is $160 (€135). Travelers depart most frequently from Málaga María Zambrano and arrive in Barcelona Sants.

Train providers: AVE, iryo and Renfe AVLO from Málaga to Barcelona trains

Travel to Barcelona from Málaga from $52 (€44) with Omio’s train partners AVE, iryo and Renfe AVLO! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

Travel comfortably from Málaga to Barcelona with AVE, Renfe's high-speed trains. When you travel on the AVE train from Málaga to Barcelona, the distance to travel is 477 miles (769 km) and prices start as low as $52 (€44). Check all the AVE train schedules and find the cheapest ticket between Málaga and Barcelona on Omio!

Renfe is the main railroad company in Spain and offers a wide variety of AVE tickets perfect for your budget, such as Promo, Promo + and Flexible tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards such as the Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card that you can add when booking your Renfe AVE ticket with Omio.

The Renfe AVE trains are among the fastest in the world, reaching 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes, and the AVE connects the main cities of the country in just a few hours, offering comfort and flexibility in long and medium distances. All AVE trains have a restaurant, WiFi, bathrooms and entertainment on board, and when you book your ticket on Omio, we offer you the possibility of choosing the seat that suits you best.

Málaga to Barcelona train information with AVE:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: $52
  • AVE frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Málaga to Barcelona

FAQs: Travel by train from Málaga to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Málaga to Barcelona.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Málaga to Barcelona can start from as little as $59 (€50) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Málaga to Barcelona is $160 (€135); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Málaga to Barcelona is on average 5 h 56 min   for the 477 mile (769 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from Málaga to Barcelona by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Málaga to Barcelona leaves at 6: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Málaga to Barcelona leaves at 2: 18 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Málaga to Barcelona without having to change trains with AVE. There is 1 direct train from Málaga to Barcelona each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Málaga to Barcelona train with AVE. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Barcelona from Málaga as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

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 Barcelona Sants, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Málaga to Barcelona is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Málaga to Barcelona including taking a bus, train or flight.

Popular train stations from Málaga to Barcelona

Málaga
Barcelona
The major railway station for departures from Málaga is Málaga María Zambrano. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Málaga María Zambrano for your journey from Málaga to Barcelona.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
+34 902240202
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 05: 00 - 00: 45
Public transit options for Málaga María Zambrano
Commuter rail lines: C1, C2
Bus lines: 1, 3, 10, 16, 19, 24, 27, C2
Train lines: Avant, AVE, Media Distancia
The major train station for arrivals in Barcelona is Barcelona Sants. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barcelona Sants for your journey to Barcelona from Málaga.
Amenities at station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
phone
Phone Number
+34 934956020
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 06: 00 - 22: 00
Public transit options for Barcelona Sants
Metro lines: L3, L5
Bus lines: A1, A2
Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17

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