The average train between Chamartín and Málaga takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. The train service runs several times per day from Chamartín 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 every 2 hours between Chamartín and Málaga. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chamartín is at 10:40 PM which arrives into Málaga at 10:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Chamartín to Málaga. However, there are services departing from Chamartín station and arriving at Málaga station via Malaga Maria Zambrano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
Chamartín to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.
Chamartín to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Malaga Maria Zambrano station.
Book your Chamartín to Málaga train tickets online with Renfe Viajeros, Renfe AVE and 2 other operators.
The distance between Chamartín and Málaga is 421.1 km. The road distance is 520 km.
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria Zambrano hourly. Tickets cost €75–140 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Three other operators also service this route.