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Malaga to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Malaga to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from AED 341.67, with the typical price for this route being about AED 591.93. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sat, Jul 26
    From AED 819.76
  • Sun, Jul 27
    From AED 860.20
  • Mon, Jul 28
    From AED 565.29
  • Tue, Jul 29
    From AED 398.45
  • Wed, Jul 30
    From AED 373.22
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From AED 341.67
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From AED 341.67
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05:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
13:19
Barcelona-Sants
7h 31m, Changes requiredrenfe
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06:08
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
13:19
Barcelona-Sants
7h 11m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:22
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
14:25
Barcelona-Sants
6h 3m, Directrenfe
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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
18:46
Barcelona-Sants
6h 47m, Changes requiredrenfe
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14:20
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
21:24
Paris
7h 4m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Malaga to Barcelona Train Route Details

Train tickets from Malaga to Barcelona generally start at AED 341.67. The journey typically takes around 6h 3m and covers a distance of approximately 769 km. renfe, iryo usually operates 9 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
17:00
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h 3m
Distance
Distance
769 km
Price
Price
From AED 341.67
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Onboard Renfe trains from Malaga to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Malaga to Barcelona, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Malaga to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering 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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