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The cheapest and fastest trains from Málaga to Cuenca

Showing times and prices for Jul 15

Cheapest price

$66

Average price

$77

Fastest journey

3 h 56 m

Average duration

4 h 1 m

Trains per day

Distance

422 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Málaga to Cuenca will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Málaga for Cuenca on Tue, Jul 15, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 422 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 56 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.

06:55AM4h05

Málaga

11:00AMCuenca

$661One-way

0 transfers

07:05AM3h56

Málaga

11:01AMCuenca

$881One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Málaga to Cuenca

Spain

Trains from Málaga to Cuenca run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) if you book in advance.

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

262 miles (422 km)

Average train duration

4h 2m

Cheapest ticket price

$51 (€41)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 5m

First train

05:48

Last train

18:04

Price information

Train companies: AVE and iryo from Málaga to Cuenca trains

AVE and iryo will get you between Málaga and Cuenca at great prices. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times, prices and tickets for your trip.

Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe's high-speed train. Check all the AVE schedules and find the cheapest ticket on Omio!

iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.

FAQs: Trains from Málaga to Cuenca

FAQs: Travel by train from Málaga to Cuenca 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 Cuenca.

Cheap train tickets from Málaga to Cuenca can start from as little as $32 (€26) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Málaga to Cuenca is $92 (€74); 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 Cuenca is on average 3 h 56 min for the 262 mile (422 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Cuenca from Málaga by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Málaga to Cuenca leaves at 6: 23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Málaga to Cuenca leaves at 6: 04 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Málaga to Cuenca which require at least one change with AVE. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Málaga to Cuenca train with AVE. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route from Málaga to Cuenca as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 04 PM.

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 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel, located 3.8 miles (6.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Cuenca from Málaga is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 56 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Málaga to Cuenca is July.

Yes, you can take a train to Cuenca from Málaga.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Málaga to Cuenca

Málaga

Cuenca

The major train station for departures 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 trip from Málaga to Cuenca.

Malaga María Zambrano Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

Explanada de la Estación, S/N, 29002 Málaga, Spain

Phone Number

+34 902240202

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45

Distance to city center

1 km

Wifi

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