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Trip Overview

The average train between Málaga and Madrid takes 2h 56m and the fastest train takes 2h 44m. There is a train service every few hours from Málaga to Madrid. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 56m
Duration
513 km
Distance
€70
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Málaga to Madrid train times

Trains run hourly between Málaga and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Málaga is at 9:06 PM which arrives into Madrid at 11:57 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 2h 51m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 44m • Direct
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    train train 2h 48m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 44m • Direct
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    train train 2h 48m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 51m • Direct
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    train train 2h 44m • Direct
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    train train 2h 48m • Direct
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 2h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 1m • Direct
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    train train 2h 48m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 2h 51m • Direct
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    train train 3h 1m • Direct
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    train train 3h 9m • Direct
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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 14m • Direct
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    train train 2h 51m • Direct
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    train train 2h 44m • Direct
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    train train 2h 48m • Direct
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Málaga to Madrid? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Málaga to Madrid.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 512.7 km
  • Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

iryo operates a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–85 and the journey takes 2h 51m. Three other operators also service this route.

Operators