Málaga to Tarragona train with AVE

Wed, 14 May
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Málaga to Tarragona

Showing times and prices for 14 May

Cheapest price

£79

Average price

£132

Fastest journey

5 h 59 m

Average duration

9 h 3 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

692 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Málaga to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Málaga to Tarragona will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £79.

Fast trains

To travel from Málaga to Tarragona you need to make at least one change.

iryo06089+AVE03113
08:055h59
Málaga María Zambrano
14:04Camp de Tarragona
£791One-way
1 change
iryo06159+Renfe AVLO06309
15:286h47
Málaga María Zambrano
22:15Camp de Tarragona
£1301One-way
1 change
iryo06089+Renfe AVLO06309
08:0514h10
Málaga María Zambrano
22:15Camp de Tarragona
£1351One-way
1 change
iryo06021+Renfe AVLO06309
11:3310h42
Málaga María Zambrano
22:15Camp de Tarragona
£1371One-way
1 change
iryo06089+AVE09725
08:057h35
Málaga María Zambrano
15:40Camp de Tarragona
£1781One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and flight for Málaga to Tarragona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg.

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Coach

£74

Average Price

Cheapest

£85

Average Price

9h 35m

average duration

Fastest

6h 35m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

14h 9m

average duration

13h 39m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

2.1 - 4.2kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

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Live departures

Málaga to Tarragona train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 14 May
Last updated at 16:28
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
iryo06089+RenfeAVE03113
On time
06:05 Málaga María Zambrano
5h59
12:04 Camp de Tarragona
1 change
iryo06089+RenfeAVE09725
On time
06:05 Málaga María Zambrano
7h35
13:40 Camp de Tarragona
1 change
iryo06089+RenfeAVLO06309
On time
06:05 Málaga María Zambrano
14h10
20:15 Camp de Tarragona
1 change
iryo06021+RenfeAVLO06309
On time
09:33 Málaga María Zambrano
10h42
20:15 Camp de Tarragona
1 change
iryo06159+RenfeAVLO0630913:28 Málaga María Zambrano
6h47
20:15 Camp de Tarragona1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Málaga to Tarragona?

The best time to book your train from Málaga to Tarragona is 6 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Málaga to Tarragona route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Málaga to Tarragona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Málaga to Tarragona.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Málaga to Tarragona

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Take a train from Málaga to Tarragona and enjoy the approximately 692 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Distance
692 km
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Train providers
2
First train
06:24
Last train
16:34
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20

Train providers: AVE trains Málaga to Tarragona

Find the best trains from Málaga to Tarragona with Omio's travel partners AVE from £34. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Travel comfortably to Tarragona from Málaga with AVE, Renfe's high-speed trains. When you travel on the AVE train from Málaga to Tarragona, the distance to travel is 429 miles (692 km) and prices start as low as £34. Check all the AVE train timetables and find the cheapest ticket between Málaga and Tarragona on Omio!

Renfe is the main railway operator in Spain and offers a wide variety of AVE tickets perfect for your budget, such as Promo, Promo + and Flexible tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards such as the Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card that you can add when booking your Renfe AVE ticket with Omio.

The Renfe AVE trains are among the fastest in the world, reaching 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes, and the AVE connects the main cities of the country in just a few hours, offering comfort and flexibility in long and medium distances. All AVE trains have a restaurant, WiFi, toilets and entertainment on board, and when you book your ticket on Omio, we offer you the possibility of choosing the seat that suits you best.

AVE from Málaga to Tarragona train information:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 18 min
  • Cheapest Price: £34

FAQs: Málaga to Tarragona train

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Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Tarragona

Málaga
Tarragona
The major train station for departures in Málaga is Malaga María Zambrano. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Malaga María Zambrano for your trip from Málaga to Tarragona.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free throughout the station.
Lockers
Lockers
  • Open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
Dining
Dining
  • 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
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is fully accessible and includes adapted elevators and platforms. Additional services can be arranged by contacting the station before traveling.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel ILUNION Málaga
  • Barceló Málaga
  • Eurostars Málaga
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the station's main concourse.
Public transport options for Malaga María Zambrano
  • Commuter rail lines: C1, C2
  • Bus lines: 1, 3, 10, 16, 19, 24, 27, C2
  • Train lines: Avant, AVE, Media Distancia
The major train station for arrivals in Tarragona is Camp de Tarragona. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Camp de Tarragona for your journey to Tarragona from Málaga.
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Car RentalCar Rental
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
  • Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans
  • Cafe Pans
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
Hotel
Hotel
  • Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm
  • Hotel Peralta
  • H10 Imperial Tarraco
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
  • Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
Public transport options for Camp de Tarragona
  • Bus lines: Empresa Plana
  • Train lines: Alvia, Avant, AVE, Euromed, Intercity

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