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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from KWD 23.350, with the typical price for this route being about KWD 80.100. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 91.640
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 32.680
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 23.350
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 28.030
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 35.710
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 32.680
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 28.030
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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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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
Barcelona-Sants
6h 50m, Changes requiredrenfe
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10:33
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
17:20
Paris
6h 47m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Train Route Details

The Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona train ticket is typically from KWD 23.350. The average travel time is 5h 36m, covering a distance of approximately 478 miles. There are usually 22 daily trains provided by renfe, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
17:55
Departure station
Departure station
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
Arrival station
Arrival station
Barcelona
Journey time
Journey time
5h 36m
Distance
Distance
478 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 23.350
Train operators
Train operators
renfe, iryo

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

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Onboard Renfe trains from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from 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

When traveling from Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Malaga-Maria Zambrano to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with 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

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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