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Museo Picasso Málaga
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$48
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$73
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 37 m
Trains on Sep 19
33
Distance
549 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valladolid to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valladolid to Málaga will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
It's difficult to get from Valladolid to Málaga without transferring at least once.
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06020Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valladolid to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.5 - 1.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a flight costs an average of $255.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$25 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Valladolid to Málaga:
A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valladolid to Málaga costing on average $36.
A bus is $230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valladolid to Málaga costing on average $255.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 13m.
Bus takes on average 10h 7m.
The journey is about 3h 19m faster (4h 13m by train vs 7h 32m by car) and roughly $105 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($36 vs $141). 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.
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 Valladolid to Málaga trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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08148+ 06168 | On time 2:10 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h36 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
08148+ 06208 | 2:10 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 9h34 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18004+ 06208 | On time 2:24 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 9h20 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05178+ 06208 | 3:50 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h54 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18012+ 06208 | Delayed 2:25 PM 4:02 PMValladolid-Campo Grande | 7h42 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
08168+ 06208 | On time 4:44 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h00 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04142+ 06208 | On time 4:55 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 6h49 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
08178+ 06208 | On time 5:50 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h54 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05792+ 06208 | 6:00 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h44 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04140+ 06208 | 6:23 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h21 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05200+ 06208 | 6:59 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 4h45 | 11:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Normal+ 06088 | 12:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 11h14 | 11:44 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06108 | 12:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 12h09 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06078 | 12:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h55 | 10:25 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 2:00 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 12h44 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06078 | 2:00 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 10:25 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06078 | 2:00 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 10:25 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06108 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 7h09 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18066+ 06168 | 6:26 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 13h20 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18066+ 06118 | 6:26 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 8h18 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18066+ 06020 | 6:26 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 11h28 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05080+ 06108 | 7:18 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h21 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05080+ 06020 | 7:18 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 10h36 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05080+ 06118 | 7:18 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h26 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 10h24 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18002+ 06020 | 8:55 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 8h59 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18002+ 06168 | 8:55 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 10h51 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04186+ 06020 | 10:22 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h32 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04186+ 06168 | 10:22 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 9h24 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18010+ 06168 | 10:38 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 9h08 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
18010+ 06020 | 10:38 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h16 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05312+ 06168 | 10:51 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 8h55 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
05312+ 06020 | 10:51 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h03 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06168 | 11:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 8h16 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 11:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 6h24 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04280+ 06020 | 11:44 AM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 6h10 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04086+ 06168 | 12:44 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 7h02 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
04086+ 06020 | 12:44 PM Valladolid-Campo Grande | 5h10 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Valladolid to Málaga run on average 38 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $7 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Málaga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Málaga trip today.
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Dedicated to Carmen Thyssen’s collection, this museum excels in 19th-century Spanish and Andalusian painting in a restored palace.
Set in Picasso’s birthplace, this museum explores his early years, family context, and personal legacy in Málaga.
Málaga’s main pedestrian shopping street links the old center with the port and is lively day and evening.
A redeveloped waterfront promenade with gardens, shade structures, and harbor views, ideal for an easy central walk.
A scenic hilltop viewpoint by Gibralfaro Parador, famous for postcard panoramas of the port, bullring, and cathedral.
A chilled tomato soup with olive oil, garlic and bread, often topped with ham and egg. A Málaga summer staple linked to Andalusian home cooking.
Cold almond and garlic soup thinned with water and olive oil, traditionally served with grapes. A classic Málaga dish with Moorish roots.
Tiny anchovies lightly fried in olive oil until crisp. One of Málaga’s signature seafood tapas, especially popular at beach bars and fish markets.
Michelin-starred fine dining serving refined Andalusian cuisine with technical precision. Elegant atmosphere and one of Málaga’s top gastronomic addresses.
Historic old-town tavern famed for classic Málaga tapas, fried fish and vermouth. Lively, traditional and one of the city’s most beloved institutions.
Classic seafood restaurant at Pedregalejo known for espetos, grilled fish and rice dishes. Casual beachfront setting with a long local reputation.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels rise in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly reasonable versus Madrid, Barcelona, or many major European beach cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up the fare is common.
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Málaga María Zambrano -> Málaga Centro-Alameda, Málaga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valladolid to Málaga 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 Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valladolid to Málaga trains use the Valladolid - Campo Grande to Malaga María Zambrano station pair. Use this guide to compare Valladolid and Málaga train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valladolid - Campo Grande is 1 km from Valladolid city centre. Public transport options include:
Valladolid - Campo Grande has practical services for this route, including Wifi, 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: La Pausa, Cowine
Free Wi-Fi throughout the station. ATMs are located near the restrooms.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 01:15, Sun: 06:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located in the lobby.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Valladolid - Campo Grande: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valladolid - Campo Grande: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valladolid - Campo Grande: The station is fully accessible for people with limited mobility, including adapted platforms and wheelchairs. Assistance is available for people with disabilities.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Colon Plaza, Hotel Felipe IV, Hotel Zentral Parque.
Malaga María Zambrano is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga María Zambrano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free throughout the station. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45. Information desks are located in the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga María Zambrano: The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
Nearby hotels include Hotel ILUNION Málaga, Barceló Málaga, Eurostars Málaga.
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