The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Benalmádena
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 58 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Benalmádena will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 8 trains that leave Madrid for Benalmádena every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 432 km distance in an average of 2 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
0661820:303h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:32Málaga María Zambrano£171One-way0 changes
0657817:352h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes20:31Málaga María Zambrano£171One-way0 changes
0620820:552h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:54Málaga María Zambrano£191One-way0 changes
0616816:553h01Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:56Málaga María Zambrano£291One-way0 changes
0602015:052h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:04Málaga María Zambrano£351One-way0 changes
0657817:352h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes20:31Málaga María Zambrano£171One-way0 changes
0602015:052h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:04Málaga María Zambrano£351One-way0 changes
0620820:552h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:54Málaga María Zambrano£191One-way0 changes
0611811:302h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes14:29Málaga María Zambrano£391One-way0 changes
060787:402h59Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:39Málaga María Zambrano£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Benalmádena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Benalmádena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £31.
Distance: 432 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£24 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest | £129 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Benalmádena train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Benalmádena trains for today, Friday 5 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06618 | On time 20:30 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 23:32 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06208 | Delayed 20:55 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h59 | 21:54 21:54Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 6 June | |||||
06078 | Delayed 7:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h59 | 8:39 8:39Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06508 | On time 9:55 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 12:57 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06118 | Delayed 11:30 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h59 | 12:29 12:29Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06020 | 15:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h59 | 18:04 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06168 | 16:55 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h01 | 19:56 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
06578 | 17:35 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h56 | 20:31 Málaga María Zambrano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Benalmádena
Trains from Madrid to Benalmádena run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 432 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 432 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Benalmádena trainsiryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Benalmádena from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Madrid to Benalmádena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Benalmádena 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 Benalmádena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Benalmádena
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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