- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torremolinos to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torremolinos to Madrid will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 9 trains that leave Torremolinos for Madrid on Tue, Aug 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
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06149Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Torremolinos to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 265 miles (428 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 59m Average total duration 2h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 24m 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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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 Torremolinos to Madrid:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Torremolinos to Madrid costing on average $30 (€24).
A bus is $152 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Torremolinos to Madrid costing on average $177 (€144).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 29m.
Bus takes on average 6h 32m.
The journey is about 2h 55m faster (2h 29m by train vs 5h 24m by car) and roughly $75 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($30 (€24) vs $105 (€85)). 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 Torremolinos to Madrid trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06479 | On time 6:24 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h51 | 9:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06089 | Delayed 8:00 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h48 | 8:48 AM 8:48 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | On time 11:34 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h48 | 2:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06549 | On time 1:41 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h51 | 4:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06149 | On time 1:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h49 | 4:39 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06159 | On time 3:26 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h49 | 6:15 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06425 | On time 4:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h52 | 7:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06189 | Delayed 6:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h48 | 7:23 PM 7:23 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06199 | Delayed 7:53 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h48 | 8:41 PM 8:41 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06209 | Delayed 8:35 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h48 | 9:23 PM 9:23 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06619 | On time 9:06 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 2h51 | 11:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Torremolinos to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 8 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 43m.
Distance 265 miles (428 km) |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 43m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torremolinos to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Torremolinos to Madrid trains use the Malaga María Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Torremolinos and Madrid 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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