
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£74
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
6 h 57 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
14
Distance
351 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Málaga to Cáceres is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Cáceres will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £47.
To travel from Málaga to Cáceres you need to make at least one change.
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37395Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Cáceres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 6h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a train costs an average of £94.
Distance: 351 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£94 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 31m Average total duration Fastest 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Cáceres:
A coach is £48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Cáceres costing on average £94.
Other travel options to Cáceres take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 28m.
Tickets start at around £94 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-30.26. The journey takes 6h 28m versus 5h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Cáceres trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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08744+ 18779 | On time 14:11 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h14 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
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02063+ 18770+ 37395 | 5:47 Málaga María Zambrano | 13h11 | 18:58 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
02063+ 18770+ 00295 | 5:47 Málaga María Zambrano | 13h11 | 18:58 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
02063+ 18770 · 18779 | 5:47 Málaga María Zambrano | 15h38 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
08664+ 18779 | 6:35 Málaga María Zambrano | 14h50 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
08664+ 17907 | 6:35 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h34 | 16:09 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
08664+ 35807 | 6:35 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h34 | 16:09 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
13901 · 17907 | 7:02 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h07 | 16:09 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
13901+ 18779 | 7:02 Málaga María Zambrano | 14h23 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
08694+ 18779 | 9:12 Málaga María Zambrano | 12h13 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
08694+ 17907 | 9:12 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h57 | 16:09 Cáceres station | 1 change | |
02093+ 18770+ 00295 | 9:27 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h31 | 18:58 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
02093+ 18770 · 18779 | 9:27 Málaga María Zambrano | 11h58 | 21:25 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
02093+ 18770+ 37395 | 9:27 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h31 | 18:58 Cáceres station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Málaga to Cáceres run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 17:00. The fastest train covers the 351 km distance in 6h 39m.
Distance 351 km |
Average train duration 6h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 39m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 17:00 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
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Discover the best of Cáceres — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cáceres trip today.
Contemporary art museum in Casa Grande, showing international and Spanish collections in a calm historic setting near Plaza de San Jorge.
Provincial museum in two historic buildings, covering archaeology, ethnography and the city’s past, including a preserved cistern.
Compact museum devoted to painter Juan Barjola, with modern and contemporary works in an intimate historic building.
Main square framed by arcades, towers and terraces, acting as the gateway to the old town and a lively base for exploring on foot.
Beautiful square in the historic centre, enclosed by noble houses and church façades, with one of the city’s most atmospheric settings.
Historic square beside churches and palaces, quieter than Plaza Mayor and ideal for appreciating the old city’s stone architecture.
Pork loin stuffed with ham and cheese, then breaded and fried. A classic bar snack in Cáceres and across Extremadura, named after the local city quarter.
Iberian pork sirloin or loin from acorn-fed pigs, prized in Extremadura for its rich flavour and strong links to the dehesa landscape.
Creamy sheep’s milk cheese from Extremadura with a thistle-set curd. It is one of the region’s most distinctive traditional products.
Refined dining in Cáceres’ historic centre, with contemporary regional cooking and a calm, elegant atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant serving Extremaduran specialities and seasonal Spanish dishes in a polished but approachable setting.
Traditional Extremaduran restaurant known for Iberian pork, local cheeses and classic dishes in a characterful old-town setting.
More affordable than Madrid or Barcelona. Hotels, meals and drinks are moderate, and the compact old town keeps local transport costs low for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is fine. Taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Cáceres Railway Station -> Plaza Mayor, Cáceres
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Cáceres 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 Cáceres, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Málaga to Cáceres trains use the Malaga María Zambrano to Cáceres station pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Cáceres train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Malaga María Zambrano is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga María Zambrano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Free throughout the station. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45. Information desks are located in the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga María Zambrano: The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
Nearby hotels include Hotel ILUNION Málaga, Barceló Málaga, Eurostars Málaga.
Cáceres is 2 km from Cáceres city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Cáceres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cáceres.
ATMs are available at Cáceres.
Ticket office support is available at Cáceres.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cáceres: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Cáceres: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cáceres.
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