Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Estación María Zambrano | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | ||||
| Train | Estación María Zambrano | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | ||||
| Train | Estación María Zambrano | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | ||||
| Train | Estación María Zambrano | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | ||||
| Train | Estación María Zambrano | Barcelona-Sants | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Málaga to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 850, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Málaga and Barcelona?
Málaga
- AEXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain
- BPaseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain
Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Barcelona Airport
- D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Barcelona by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Málaga to Barcelona?
The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start from R 850. The average price for this train route is around R 1 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Málaga to Barcelona?
The average train journey time from Málaga to Barcelona is 6h 2m, covering a distance of 769 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 38m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Málaga to Barcelona route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Málaga to Barcelona?
The earliest train from Málaga to Barcelona departs at 08:22. And the latest train departs at 17:57.
Which is the best train operator from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 405 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 906To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Málaga to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 906 to R 3 550 for a train ticket from Málaga to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 906, which is on 2026-01-31.
Usually Iryo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
