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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 79,32 €, with the typical price for this route being about 253,50 €. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Su, 20. 7.
    From 193,31 €
  • Ma, 21. 7.
    From 92,49 €
  • Ti, 22. 7.
    From 92,49 €
  • Ke, 23. 7.
    From 105,46 €
  • To, 24. 7.
    From 79,32 €
  • Pe, 25. 7.
    From 79,32 €
  • La, 26. 7.
    From 107,82 €
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14:58
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
20:34
Barcelona-Sants
5h 36m, Directrenfe
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14:58
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
21:24
Barcelona-Sants
6h 26m, Changes requiredrenfe
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15:41
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
21:58
Barcelona-Sants
6h 17m, Changes requiredrenfe
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16:20
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
22:33
Barcelona-Sants
6h 13m, Directrenfe
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17:00
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
23:48
Barcelona-Sants
6h 48m, Changes requiredrenfe
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17:55
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
23:59
Paris
6h 4m, Directrenfe
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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Route Details

Train tickets from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona generally start at 79,32 €. The journey typically takes around 5h 36m and covers a distance of approximately 769 km. renfe, iryo usually operates 12 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
06:08
Last train
Last train
17:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 36m
Distance
Distance
769 km
Price
Price
From 79,32 €
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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