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Malaga to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Malaga to Barcelona? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 92,32 €, with the average price for this route being around 80,50 €. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Ma, 21. 7.
    From 92,32 €
  • Ti, 22. 7.
    From 92,32 €
  • Ke, 23. 7.
    From 118,68 €
  • To, 24. 7.
    From 133,49 €
  • Pe, 25. 7.
    From 115,30 €
  • La, 26. 7.
    From 101,80 €
  • Su, 27. 7.
    From 96,85 €
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08:22
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
14:25
Barcelona-Sants
6h 3m, Directrenfe
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09:32
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
16:22
Barcelona-Sants
6h 50m, Changes requiredrenfe
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10:33
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
17:24
Barcelona-Sants
6h 51m, Changes requiredrenfe
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11:33
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
17:41
Barcelona-Sants
6h 8m, Directiryo
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11:59
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
18:34
Barcelona-Sants
6h 35m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:58
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
20:34
Paris
5h 36m, Directrenfe
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Malaga to Barcelona Train Route Details

The train ticket from Malaga to Barcelona typically costs from 92,32 €. The journey averages 5h 36m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 769 km. renfe, iryo generally offers 11 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:48
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 92,32 €
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

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 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.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

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 to Barcelona

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

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

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

Malaga to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Malaga 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 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

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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