The cheapest and fastest trains from Granada to Málaga
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Granada to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granada to Málaga will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 32 trains that leave Granada for Málaga every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
08505+
0218818:203h44Granada station22:04Málaga María Zambrano£181One-way1 change
08575+
0218816:125h52Granada station22:04Málaga María Zambrano£181One-way1 change
08475+
139006:204h06Granada station10:26Málaga María Zambrano£191One-way1 change
08505+
1390818:203h33Granada station21:53Málaga María Zambrano£191One-way1 change
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1390816:125h41Granada station21:53Málaga María Zambrano£191One-way1 change
089157:341h26Granada station9:00Málaga María Zambrano£211One-way0 changes
0895518:151h30Granada station19:45Málaga María Zambrano£211One-way0 changes
0893513:501h34Granada station15:24Málaga María Zambrano£211One-way0 changes
08505 · 0817518:201h52Granada station20:12Málaga María Zambrano£221One-way1 change
08475 · 080756:202h30Granada station8:50Málaga María Zambrano£221One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Granada to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Granada to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £21.
Distance: 89 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£22 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 35m Average total duration 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Granada to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Granada to Málaga trains for tomorrow, Thursday 21 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02067+ 02108 | Delayed 6:00 Granada station | 6h33 | 10:33 10:33Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02067+ 08085 | Delayed 6:00 Granada station | 4h20 | 8:20 8:20Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02067 · 02072 | On time 6:00 Granada station | 4h34 | 10:34 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02067 · 02082 | Delayed 6:00 Granada station | 5h33 | 9:33 9:33Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08475 · 08075 | Delayed 6:20 Granada station | 2h30 | 6:50 6:50Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08475 · 08085 | Delayed 6:20 Granada station | 4h00 | 8:20 8:20Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08475+ 13900 | On time 6:20 Granada station | 4h06 | 10:26 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08915 | On time 7:34 Granada station | 1h26 | 9:00 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
02087+ 02122 | Delayed 9:08 11:08Granada station | 4h27 | 13:35 13:35Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02087+ 08125 | Delayed 9:08 11:08Granada station | 4h22 | 15:30 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02087+ 02112 | Delayed 9:08 11:08Granada station | 3h26 | 12:34 12:34Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08525 · 08155 | Delayed 12:48 Granada station | 5h03 | 15:51 15:51Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08525 · 08125 | On time 12:48 Granada station | 2h42 | 15:30 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08525+ 02162 | On time 12:48 Granada station | 7h03 | 19:51 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08935 | Delayed 13:50 Granada station | 1h34 | 13:24 13:24Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
02167+ 08155 | Delayed 14:55 Granada station | 2h56 | 15:51 15:51Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02167+ 08175 | On time 14:55 Granada station | 5h17 | 20:12 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02167 · 02162 | On time 14:55 Granada station | 4h56 | 19:51 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
03931 · 03992 | 15:40 Granada station | 7h07 | 22:47 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
03931+ 02188 | 15:40 Granada station | 6h24 | 22:04 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
03931 · 02162 | 15:40 Granada station | 4h11 | 19:51 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08575 · 08175 | On time 16:12 Granada station | 4h00 | 20:12 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08575+ 02188 | On time 16:12 Granada station | 5h52 | 22:04 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08575+ 02162 | On time 16:12 Granada station | 3h39 | 19:51 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08575+ 13908 | On time 16:12 Granada station | 5h41 | 21:53 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02197+ 02188 | 18:01 Granada station | 4h03 | 22:04 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02197 · 03992 | 18:01 Granada station | 4h46 | 22:47 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
02197 · 02202 | 18:01 Granada station | 5h48 | 23:49 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08955 | 18:15 Granada station | 1h30 | 19:45 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
08505 · 08175 | 18:20 Granada station | 1h52 | 20:12 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08505+ 02188 | 18:20 Granada station | 3h44 | 22:04 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
08505+ 13908 | 18:20 Granada station | 3h33 | 21:53 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Granada to Málaga
Trains from Granada to Málaga run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Train companies: Renfe AVANT, Renfe, AVE, Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Granada to Málaga trainsRenfe AVANT, Renfe, AVE, Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Granada and Málaga from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Granada to Malaga
Although there are no direct trains from Granada to Malaga, the Spanish state rail operator Renfe provides indirect connections. The most frequent option requires a change at Antequera. Services operate from around 7:00 a.m. with departures approximately every two hours until late evening. The final connection at Antequera is around 11:00 p.m. There are additional afternoon routes from Granada via Bobadilla. Sunday schedules are similar to weekdays. Trains from Granada to Malaga depart from the central main station in Granada, arriving at Maria Zambrano Station, situated just to the west of central Malaga.
FAQs: Granada to Málaga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granada to Málaga by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Granada and Málaga
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
- Free throughout the station.
- Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
- 100 Montaditos
- Burger King
- Dunkin' Coffee
- Gino's
- Lizarran
- Orient Express Cafeteria
- The Posada of Brazil
- Pizza Hut
- Rail Coffee
- The Good Burger
- & many more
- The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
- Hotel ILUNION Málaga
- Barceló Málaga
- Eurostars Málaga
- Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
- Located in the station's main concourse.
- Commuter rail lines: C1, C2
- Bus lines: 1, 3, 10, 16, 19, 24, 27, C2
- Train lines: Avant, AVE, Media Distancia
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