- Must visit
Muelle de las Carabelas
A major Columbus-themed museum complex with full-scale replicas of the caravels and exhibits on the first voyage, located just outside central Huelva in La Rábida.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
4 h 2 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Málaga to Huelva is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Huelva will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
It's difficult to get from Málaga to Huelva without transferring at least once.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Huelva among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $133.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $398 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 45m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Huelva:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Huelva costing on average $47 (€39).
A bus is $354 (€289) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Huelva costing on average $398 (€325).
Other travel options to Huelva take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 6m.
Flight takes on average 9h 45m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€39) compared to roughly $60 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€10). The journey takes 3h 49m versus 3h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Huelva trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:35 AM Málaga | 3h58 | 10:33 AM Huelva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:32 AM Málaga | 4h30 | 2:02 PM Huelva | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:16 PM Málaga | 4h17 | 6:33 PM Huelva | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Málaga to Huelva run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 5:13 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
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