The cheapest and fastest trains from Lyon to Málaga
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
23 h 44 m
Average duration
23 h 44 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lyon to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lyon to Málaga will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
To travel from Lyon to Málaga you need to make at least one change.
14:3523h44Lyon14:19Málaga£1301One-way1 change
14:3523h44Lyon14:19Málaga£1301One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Lyon to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Lyon to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £46.
Distance: 1266 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£130 Average Price | £174 Average Price | £70 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 6m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration Fastest 3h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 58m Average total duration 22h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lyon to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Lyon to Málaga trains for tomorrow, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:35 Lyon | 23h44 | 14:19 Málaga | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Lyon to Málaga trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Lyon to Málaga.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Lyon to Málaga.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Lyon to Málaga.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lyon to Málaga
Trains from Lyon to Málaga run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 1266 km distance in 23h 44m.
Distance 1266 km |
Average train duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 23h 44m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 17:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Lyon to Málaga trainsAVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Lyon and Málaga from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Lyon to Málaga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lyon 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 Lyon 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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