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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarragona to Málaga
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£112
Fastest journey
5 h 46 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarragona to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Málaga will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 4 trains that leave Tarragona for Málaga every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 692 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Tarragona to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 692 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£86 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £95 Average Price |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 3m Average total duration 12h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Tarragona to Málaga train times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Málaga trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 14:52 Tarragona | 5h58 | 20:50 Málaga | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:53 Tarragona | 5h50 | 20:43 Málaga | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 07:33 Tarragona | 5h46 | 13:19 Málaga | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:34 Tarragona | 5h49 | 13:23 Málaga | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:05 Tarragona | 5h49 | 13:54 Málaga | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of iryo or Renfe AVLO to find the best option for your trip from Tarragona to Málaga.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tarragona to Málaga
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Trains from Tarragona to Málaga run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £41 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:24, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 692 km distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 692 km |
Average train duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 06:24 |
Last train 16:34 |
Train companies: AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO from Tarragona to Málaga trainsAVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Tarragona and Málaga from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tarragona to Málaga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Tarragona and Málaga
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Dining
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Accessibility
Hotel
Ticket Office
Car Rental
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
- MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans
- Cafe Pans
- The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
- Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm
- Hotel Peralta
- H10 Imperial Tarraco
- Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15
- Sun: 06:30 - 23:15
- Bus lines: Empresa Plana
- Train lines: Alvia, Avant, AVE, Euromed, Intercity
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Information Desk- 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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