How much does a train ticket cost from Málaga to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Málaga to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Málaga to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 258 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Málaga to Madrid route?

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

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Málaga to Madrid?

The earliest train from Málaga to Madrid departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Which 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 396 reviews.

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

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 £17

Next train departures

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	23:29	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:50	Estación María Zambrano	3h 9m	21:59	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:30	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:30	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:30	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:30	Estación María Zambrano	3h 2m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 9 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	23:29	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	23:29	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:05	Estación María Zambrano	2h 59m	23:04	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:40	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	23:29	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:55	Estación María Zambrano	2h 44m	10:39	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:05	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	2h 49m	10:54	Atocha	No tags
Train	07:41	Estación María Zambrano	2h 51m	10:32	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Málaga to Madrid

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £22, 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£22 - £22	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£17 - £155	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£18 - £53	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. Travellers 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 £20

Renfe AVE Málaga Madrid recent customer reviews

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

Ahmed Ifthikar S.

5 February 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.

30 October 2023

On time, friendly staff, comfortable

Ann V.

7 October 2024

Booking online was easy. Seats were comfortable.

Evelyn T.

11 October 2023

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.2

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Madrid by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Málaga to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £46. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Málaga to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Málaga to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 258 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Málaga to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 12 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Málaga to Madrid?
The earliest train from Málaga to Madrid departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 21:20.
Which 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 396 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Madrid?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

03/12

£22

04/12

£25

Today

£21

06/12

£26

07/12

£36

08/12

£34

09/12

£26

10/12

£20

The cheapest trip from Málaga to Madrid was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £20

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 £20 to £154 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 £20, which is on 2025-12-10.

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.