The cheapest and fastest trains from Málaga to Granada
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Málaga to Granada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Granada will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 34 trains that leave Málaga for Granada 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 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 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.
0885520:401h25Málaga María Zambrano22:05Granada station£211One-way0 changes
088159:261h24Málaga María Zambrano10:50Granada station£211One-way0 changes
0883516:341h23Málaga María Zambrano17:57Granada station£211One-way0 changes
02149+
0219614:249h01Málaga María Zambrano23:25Granada station£311One-way1 change
02149+
0839514:247h34Málaga María Zambrano21:58Granada station£351One-way1 change
0883516:341h23Málaga María Zambrano17:57Granada station£211One-way0 changes
088159:261h24Málaga María Zambrano10:50Granada station£211One-way0 changes
0885520:401h25Málaga María Zambrano22:05Granada station£211One-way0 changes
02193+
0839518:383h20Málaga María Zambrano21:58Granada station£541One-way1 change
08694 · 082959:053h30Málaga María Zambrano12:35Granada station£561One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Málaga to Granada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Granada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £19.
Distance: 89 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Málaga to Granada train times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Granada trains for today, Saturday 23 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02193 · 02196 | On time 18:38 Málaga María Zambrano | 4h41 | 23:19 Granada station | 1 change | |
02193+ 08395 | On time 18:38 Málaga María Zambrano | 3h20 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
08855 | On time 20:40 Málaga María Zambrano | 1h25 | 22:05 Granada station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 24 May | |||||
02073 · 02076 | On time 7:15 Málaga María Zambrano | 3h50 | 11:05 Granada station | 1 change | |
02073+ 08295 | Delayed 7:15 Málaga María Zambrano | 5h20 | 10:35 10:35Granada station | 1 change | |
02073+ 08335 | On time 7:15 Málaga María Zambrano | 8h10 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
03993 · 03930 | On time 7:55 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h43 | 15:38 Granada station | 1 change | |
03993+ 08295 | Delayed 7:55 Málaga María Zambrano | 4h40 | 10:35 10:35Granada station | 1 change | |
03993+ 08335 | On time 7:55 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h30 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
08694 · 08335 | 9:05 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h20 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
08694 · 08295 | Delayed 9:05 Málaga María Zambrano | 3h30 | 10:35 10:35Granada station | 1 change | |
08694+ 03930 | 9:05 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h33 | 15:38 Granada station | 1 change | |
02093 · 02136 | On time 9:17 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h42 | 16:59 Granada station | 1 change | |
02093 · 03930 | On time 9:17 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h21 | 15:38 Granada station | 1 change | |
02093+ 08335 | On time 9:17 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h08 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
08815 | On time 9:26 Málaga María Zambrano | 1h24 | 10:50 Granada station | 0 changesdirect | |
02109+ 02136 | On time 10:32 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h27 | 16:59 Granada station | 1 change | |
02109+ 03930 | On time 10:32 Málaga María Zambrano | 5h06 | 15:38 Granada station | 1 change | |
02109+ 08335 | On time 10:32 Málaga María Zambrano | 4h53 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
02123 · 03930 | On time 11:33 Málaga María Zambrano | 4h05 | 15:38 Granada station | 1 change | |
02123+ 08335 | On time 11:33 Málaga María Zambrano | 3h52 | 15:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
02123+ 08395 | On time 11:33 Málaga María Zambrano | 10h25 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
02133 · 02136 | On time 12:50 Málaga María Zambrano | 4h09 | 16:59 Granada station | 1 change | |
02133 · 02196 | On time 12:50 Málaga María Zambrano | 10h35 | 23:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
02133+ 08395 | On time 12:50 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h08 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
02149+ 02196 | 14:24 Málaga María Zambrano | 9h01 | 23:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
02149+ 08395 | 14:24 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h34 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
08744+ 02196 | 14:37 Málaga María Zambrano | 8h48 | 23:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
08744 · 08395 | 14:37 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h21 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
02163 · 02196 | 15:28 Málaga María Zambrano | 7h57 | 23:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
02163+ 08395 | 15:28 Málaga María Zambrano | 6h30 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
08835 | 16:34 Málaga María Zambrano | 1h23 | 17:57 Granada station | 0 changesdirect | |
08784 · 08395 | 18:20 Málaga María Zambrano | 3h38 | 21:58 Granada station | 1 change | |
08784+ 02196 | 18:20 Málaga María Zambrano | 5h05 | 23:25 Granada station | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Málaga to Granada
Trains from Málaga to Granada run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 but you can travel from only £11 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 18m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Renfe AVANT, Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros from Málaga to Granada trainsRenfe AVANT, Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Málaga and Granada from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Málaga to Granada train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Granada 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 Granada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Granada
- 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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