How much is the train ticket from Málaga to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Málaga to Madrid?

The average train ride duration from Málaga to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 258 miles (416 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators service the Málaga to Madrid route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Málaga to Madrid?

The earliest train departs from Málaga to Madrid at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.

What is the best train operator from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 398 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Iryo , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Málaga to Madrid from $23

Next train departures

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:28pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 50m	6:18pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	6:40pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	9:29pm	Atocha	Fastest
Train	3:41pm	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	6:43pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	3:28pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 50m	6:18pm	Atocha	No tags
Train	3:41pm	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	6:43pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	11:29pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	11:29pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05pm	Estación María Zambrano	2h 59m	11:04pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:40pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	11:29pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:41am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05pm	Estación María Zambrano	2h 59m	11:04pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:55am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:30am	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Madrid on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 43m	10:48am	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	5:04pm	Estación María Zambrano	2h 42m	7:46pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:30am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 56m	10:26am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:05am	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 43m	10:48am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:30am	Estación María Zambrano	2h 56m	10:26am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Málaga to Madrid

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

258 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $28	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$22 - $201	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$23 - $68	Average Duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Málaga and Madrid?

Málaga

A
Estación María Zambrano
EXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain
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B
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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C
Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain

Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5924 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

According to 18 reviews, Renfe received a 3.5-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the value for money. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $26

Renfe AVE Málaga Madrid recent customer reviews

Second time using the Malaga to Madrid route and no complaints whatsoever

Ahmed Ifthikar S.

February 5, 2022

Iryo

4.5/5398 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.9

The train service received positive feedback for being on time, offering comfortable seats, and great value. Customers found booking online easy and appreciated the comfort of the seats. Overall, it is considered the best way to travel by those who left reviews.

iryo Málaga Madrid recent customer reviews

Train on time, comfortable seats, great value. Certainly the best way to travel.

Michael J.

October 30, 2023

On time, friendly staff, comfortable

Ann V.

October 7, 2024

Booking online was easy. Seats were comfortable.

Evelyn T.

October 11, 2023

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

OUIGO is a high-speed low-cost train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It offers affordable and fast travel options for passengers and has recently expanded its services to Spain. OUIGO's rescheduling policy allows passengers to change their travel plans up to 30 minutes before departure, for a 30€ fee. This gives passengers more flexibility and peace of mind when booking their trips. As they are a low-cost company, their luggage policy only allows travelers to take one small hand luggage and a suitcase not bigger than 55x35x25cm. If you need to get around fast at affordable rates, OUIGO might be the best choice.

Train and bus companies in ES:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Málaga to Madrid by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Málaga to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from $22. The average price for this train route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Málaga to Madrid?
The average train ride duration from Málaga to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 258 miles (416 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators service the Málaga to Madrid route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Málaga to Madrid?
The earliest train departs from Málaga to Madrid at 7:05am. And the latest train departs at 9:20pm.
What is the best train operator from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 398 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/05

$30

12/06

$56

Today

$53

12/08

$56

12/09

$34

12/10

$24

12/11

$23

12/12

$35

The cheapest trip from Málaga to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Málaga to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $212 for a train ticket from Málaga to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Renfe will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.