How to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Fuengirola

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Fuengirola among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $56 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $56, while a flight costs an average of $334.

Distance: 272 miles (438 km)

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Driving

$334

Average price

$56

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Cheapest

$61

Average price

$108

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4h 3m

Average total duration

2h 3m

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3h 19m

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2h 49m

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30m

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12h 1m

Average total duration

11h 31m

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5h 32m

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola is a train with an average price of $56.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fuengirola:

A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $61.

A train is $278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $334.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Fuengirola take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 12h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Fuengirola including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Fuengirola among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 29m sooner (2h 3m by flight vs 5h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $334 compared to roughly $108 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Madrid to Fuengirola

How to get from Madrid to Fuengirola by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • iryo06078
    7:36 AM2h49
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    10:25 AMMálaga María Zambrano
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • iryo06078
    7:36 AM2h49
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    10:25 AMMálaga María Zambrano
    $181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX5035
    6:30 AM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:45 AMMalaga Airport
    $631One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF OUIGO06508
    9:55 AM2h52
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    12:47 PMMálaga María Zambrano
    $191One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06088
    8:55 AM2h49
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    11:44 AMMálaga María Zambrano
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06108
    9:50 AM2h49
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    12:39 PMMálaga María Zambrano
    $201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Grupo InterbusBASE
    9:00 AM6h55
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:55 PMFuengirola, Av. Ramón y Cajal / C. Lamo de Espinosa
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB1001
    7:10 AM1h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:30 AMMalaga Airport
    $921One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX5031
    9:50 PM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:05 PMMalaga Airport
    $1601One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX5047
    7:05 PM1h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:20 PMMalaga Airport
    $1741One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Fuengirola

Travel to Fuengirola 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 Madrid to Fuengirola.

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There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Fuengirola including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola is a train with an average price of $56.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Fuengirola:

A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $61.

A train is $278 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Fuengirola costing on average $334.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Fuengirola is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.

Other travel options to Fuengirola take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 3m.

Bus takes on average 12h 1m.

The distance from Madrid to Fuengirola is approximately 272 miles (438 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Fuengirola is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Fuengirola as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Fuengirola:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Malaga Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Málaga María Zambrano.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Fuengirola, Av. Ramón y Cajal / C. Lamo de Espinosa.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Fuengirola, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo to go to Fuengirola by train.
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, Iberia Express, Air Nostrum to go to Fuengirola by flight.
  • Travel with Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar, Alsa, Alsa Supra to go to Fuengirola by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Fuengirola with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with SNCF OUIGO.
  • 8 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Iberia, Iberia Express, Air Nostrum.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Grupo Interbus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Fuengirola often also extend their vacation to go to Marbella, Málaga, Ronda, Gibraltar, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Fuengirola and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Fuengirola to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Fuengirola, you can enjoy sunbathing and water sports at Fuengirola Beach or explore the traditional Andalusian atmosphere and tapas bars in Los Boliches. Shop and dine at Miramar Shopping Centre, visit local markets for fresh produce and souvenirs, or take a boat tour for stunning coastal views and dolphin watching. Discover the Bioparc Fuengirola, a modern zoo focused on conservation, and explore the restored medieval Sohail Castle. Relax at Los Boliches Beach, play at Fuengirola Adventure Golf, or visit the Roman Archaeological Park to see ancient ruins.
Three to four days in Fuengirola is ideal to enjoy its beaches, explore the local culture, and visit nearby attractions like the Bioparc Fuengirola and Sohail Castle.
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