The average train between Barcelona and Málaga takes 6h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Barcelona to Málaga. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Barcelona and Málaga. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Barcelona is at 3:41 PM which arrives into Málaga at 10:38 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona station and arriving at Málaga station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 6h 48m.
Barcelona to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.
Barcelona to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Malaga Maria Zambrano station.
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The distance between Barcelona and Málaga is 769.8 km. The road distance is 1,119 km.
Renfe AVE operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Malaga Maria Zambrano 3 times a day. Tickets cost €170–300 and the journey takes 6h 41m. Two other operators also service this route.