The cheapest and fastest trains from Orihuela to Málaga
Cheapest price
£46
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orihuela to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orihuela to Málaga will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
To travel from Orihuela to Málaga you need to make at least one change.
05863+
0620816:007h39Orihuela-Miguel Hernández23:39Málaga María Zambrano£461One-way1 change
05863 · 0220216:007h49Orihuela-Miguel Hernández23:49Málaga María Zambrano£551One-way1 change
05863 · 0219216:006h55Orihuela-Miguel Hernández22:55Málaga María Zambrano£691One-way1 change
05863 · 0219216:006h55Orihuela-Miguel Hernández22:55Málaga María Zambrano£691One-way1 change
05863+
0620816:007h39Orihuela-Miguel Hernández23:39Málaga María Zambrano£461One-way1 change
05863 · 0220216:007h49Orihuela-Miguel Hernández23:49Málaga María Zambrano£551One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare flight and train for Orihuela to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orihuela to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £70, and a flight costs an average of £53.
Distance: 342 km
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£70 Average Price Cheapest | £173 Average Price |
7h 7m Average total duration 6h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Orihuela to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Orihuela to Málaga trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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05863 · 02192 | 16:00 Orihuela-Miguel Hernández | 6h55 | 22:55 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
05863 · 02202 | 16:00 Orihuela-Miguel Hernández | 7h49 | 23:49 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
05863+ 06208 | 16:00 Orihuela-Miguel Hernández | 7h39 | 23:39 Málaga María Zambrano | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orihuela to Málaga
Trains from Orihuela to Málaga run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £70 but you can travel from only £53 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 342 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 342 km |
Average train duration 6h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £70 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 6:11 |
Last train 21:25 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: AVE from Orihuela to Málaga trainsAVE trains will get you between Orihuela and Málaga from £53. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Orihuela to Málaga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orihuela 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 Orihuela and Málaga
Most Orihuela to Málaga trains use the Orihuela Miguel Hernández to Malaga María Zambrano station pair. Use this guide to compare Orihuela and Málaga train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Orihuela station do trains to Málaga leave from?
Orihuela Miguel Hernández train station facilities and services
Orihuela Miguel Hernández has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.
Which Málaga station do trains from Orihuela arrive at?
Getting to Malaga María Zambrano from Málaga city centre
Malaga María Zambrano is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga María Zambrano train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free throughout the station. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:00 - 00:45. Information desks are located in the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Malaga María Zambrano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel ILUNION Málaga, Barceló Málaga, Eurostars Málaga.
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