Santander to Málaga train with Renfe ALVIA

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Santander to Málaga

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

3 h 23 m

Average duration

3 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

752 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Santander to Málaga will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Santander for Málaga every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 752 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 23 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.

Renfe AVLO
04:113h23
Santander
07:34Málaga
£181One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Santander to Málaga

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Santander to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £41.

Distance: 752 km

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Flight

£23

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Cheapest

£209

Average Price

£220

Average Price

7h 46m

Average total duration

7h 16m

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30m

Additional time*

15h 24m

Average total duration

14h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 18m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 18m

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3h 0m

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-

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.3 - 4.5kg

CO2 emissions

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Santander to Málaga train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 22:50
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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RenfeAVLO04:11 Santander
3h23
07:34 Málaga0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Santander to Málaga

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Trains from Santander to Málaga run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
752 km
Average train duration
7h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
14
Fastest train
2h 42m
First train
06:00
Last train
20:35
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

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Santander to Málaga trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Santander and Málaga from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 28m
Cheapest Price
£85
Renfe Viajeros frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Santander to Málaga train

FAQs: Travel by train from Santander to Málaga easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Santander to Málaga.
FAQs
Booking trains from Santander to Málaga in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train distance from Santander to Málaga is 752 km.
The train journey from Santander to Málaga covers a distance of 752 km and takes approximately 2h 42m. Trains run 14 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Santander to Málaga can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £23.
The first train from Santander to Málaga leaves at 6:00.
The cheapest way to get from Santander to Málaga is by train, costing approximately £10.
The last train from Santander to Málaga departs at 20:35.
Trains from Santander to Málaga run approximately 14 times per day.
The train station in Santander that goes to Málaga is Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, and it arrives at Málaga María Zambrano.
To get from Santander to Málaga, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Santander to Málaga.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Santander to Málaga.
Yes, you can take the train from Santander to Málaga.
There is no night train service from Santander to Málaga.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Santander and Málaga

Santander
Málaga
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

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