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Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from KWD 5.840, with the typical price for this route being about KWD 30.770. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From KWD 25.150
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 7.870
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 6.920
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 5.840
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 6.920
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 12.740
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 10.560
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17:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:12
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
2h 42m, Directrenfe
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18:05
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:43
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
3h 38m, Changes requiredrenfe
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18:35
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
3h 13m, Directrenfe
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19:35
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
22:26
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
2h 51m, Directrenfe
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20:35
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:35
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
3h 0m, Directrenfe
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20:55
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:42
Paris
2h 47m, Directiryo
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Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Train Route Details

Train tickets from Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano generally start at KWD 5.840. The journey typically takes around 2h 42m and covers a distance of approximately 259 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo usually operates 25 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
21:25
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 42m
Distance
Distance
259 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 5.840
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

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 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.

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.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano

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.

Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano, 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.

Madrid to Malaga-Maria Zambrano 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

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    Book in Advance

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  • 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.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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