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Málaga to Madrid Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 6 daily train trips available from Málaga to Madrid. Traveling by train from Málaga to Madrid usually takes 2 hours and 48 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 258 mi (416 km) |
| Fastest train | 2h 48m |
| Lowest price | $20.76 |
| Trains per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | Iryo |
| Train lines | 1 |
Which train should you take from Málaga to Madrid?
Iryo is the one and only train line which connects Málaga to Madrid. However, there are 6 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iryo | 6 | 2h 49m | $61.95 |
Iryo train tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from $21, and on average cost . Daily there are 6 Iryo schedules to Madrid. Iryo in Málaga leaves from Málaga María Zambrano Train Station . And in Madrid trains arrive at Madrid Atocha Train Station .
From Málaga to Madrid train travel on Iryo takes 2 hours and 49 minutes. If you are looking to get to Madrid faster, Iryo offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 2 hours and 48 minutes.
If you're considering a weeked trip, Iryo offers 6 schedules for you to choose from. You can expect to pay for a one-way train ticket to Madrid.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Málaga to Madrid
Trains from Málaga to Madrid are the most crowded on Tuesday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
The earliest train departs Málaga at 8:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 6 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from Málaga to Madrid.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Madrid to Málaga.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in Málaga?
Main departure station: Málaga María Zambrano Train Station
There is one train station in Málaga.
All train stations in Málaga:
Málaga María Zambrano Train Station
Where is the train station in Madrid?
Main arrival station: Madrid Atocha Train Station
Madrid has one train station.
All train stations in Madrid:
Madrid Atocha Train Station
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