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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 31.910, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 47.920. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 41.600
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 32.360
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 32.360
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 32.360
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 31.910
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 36.990
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 32.360
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05:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
12:37
Barcelona-Sants
6h 49m, Changes requiredrenfe
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05:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
13:19
Barcelona-Sants
7h 31m, Changes requiredrenfe
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06:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
13:19
Barcelona-Sants
6h 31m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:22
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
14:25
Barcelona-Sants
6h 3m, Directrenfe
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08:25
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
14:21
Barcelona-Sants
5h 56m, Directrenfe
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09:32
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
16:22
Paris
6h 50m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Route Details

Train tickets from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona generally start at KWD 31.910. The journey typically takes around 5h 36m and covers a distance of approximately 478 miles. renfe, iryo usually operates 23 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
17:55
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
5h 36m
Distance
Distance
478 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 31.910
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please 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, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona

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.

Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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