What is the cheapest way to get from Málaga to Atocha?

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Atocha is to bus which costs €26 - €50 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Málaga to Atocha?

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Atocha is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €17 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Atocha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga and arriving at Estación Sur de Autobuses. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and Atocha?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Málaga to Atocha?

The distance between Málaga and Atocha is 513 km. The road distance is 499 km.

How do I travel from Málaga to Atocha without a car?

The best way to get from Málaga to Atocha without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €17 - €90.

How long does it take to get from Málaga to Atocha?

The train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Atocha bus from?

Málaga to Atocha bus services, operated by Interbus, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Atocha train from?

Málaga to Atocha train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.

Train, bus or fly from Málaga to Atocha?

The best way to get from Málaga to Atocha is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs €17 - €90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €50 and takes 6h 20m, you could also fly, which costs €35 - €160 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Málaga to Atocha bus arrive?

Málaga to Atocha bus services, operated by Interbus, arrive at Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Málaga to Atocha train arrive?

Málaga to Atocha train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Málaga to Atocha?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Atocha is 499 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Málaga to Atocha.

How do I get a train ticket from Málaga to Atocha?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Málaga to Atocha?

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Where can I stay near Atocha?

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Málaga to Atocha - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Málaga to Atocha by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesAve
2h 44m
€17–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación Sur de AutobusesAlgeciras
6h 20m
€26–50
Drive 499 km
1. Drive from Málaga to Atocha499 km
5h 37m
€80–115
Fly
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)AGP - MAD
3h 1m
€35–157
Bus via Andújar
1. Take the bus from Málaga to AndujarAlgeciras
2. Take the bus from Andujar to Estación Sur de AutobusesHuelva
7h 39m
€42–76

Málaga to Atocha by train

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Distance: 512.6 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and Atocha, Madrid, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 3 hours. Tickets cost €26–90 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Interbus operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación Sur de Autobuses twice daily. Tickets cost €26–50 and the journey takes 6h 20m. ALSA also services this route once daily.

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