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Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as €41.28, with the average fare for this route being approximately €67.40. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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    From €93.46
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
12:26
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
6h 36m, Directrenfe
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06:45
Barcelona-Sants
13:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
7h 3m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:00
Barcelona-Sants
13:48
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
6h 48m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:00
Barcelona-Sants
14:23
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
6h 23m, Directrenfe
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08:30
Barcelona-Sants
14:54
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
6h 24m, Directrenfe
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09:00
Barcelona-Sants
15:22
Paris
6h 22m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Train Route Details

The Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano train ticket is typically from €41.28. The average travel time is 6h, covering a distance of approximately 478 miles. There are usually 11 daily trains provided by renfe, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
17:25
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
6h
Distance
Distance
478 miles
Price
Price
From €41.28
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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 Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can request a quote for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

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

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano, 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.

Barcelona to Malaga-Maria Zambrano 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.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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