What is the cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Rastro?

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Rastro is to rideshare which costs €20 - €40 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Málaga to El Rastro?

The fastest way to get from Málaga to El Rastro is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €50 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and El Rastro?

No, there is no direct bus from Málaga to El Rastro. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga and arriving at Puerta De Toledo via Méndez Álvaro - Estación Sur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and El Rastro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Málaga to El Rastro?

The distance between Málaga and El Rastro is 513 km. The road distance is 499.9 km.

How do I travel from Málaga to El Rastro without a car?

The best way to get from Málaga to El Rastro without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €50 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Málaga to El Rastro?

The train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Málaga to El Rastro bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Málaga to El Rastro train from?

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

Train or bus from Málaga to El Rastro?

The best way to get from Málaga to El Rastro is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €90 and takes 6h 51m.

Where does the Málaga to El Rastro bus arrive?

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

Where does the Málaga to El Rastro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Málaga to El Rastro?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to El Rastro is 500 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Málaga to El Rastro.

How do I get a train ticket from Málaga to El Rastro?

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Where can I stay near El Rastro?

There are 6972+ hotels available in El Rastro.

Can I share a ride from Málaga to El Rastro?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Málaga and El Rastro. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Málaga to El Rastro - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Málaga to El Rastro by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

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 Grandestrain Ave
2h 58m
€50–140
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Málaga to Madridrideshare 501.5 km
6h 8m
€20–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Madrid Estación Sur de Autobusesbus Algeciras
6h 51m
€26–90
Fly, train
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane AGP - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios to Pirámidestrain
3h 12m
€38–208
Bus via Estación de Autobuses de Málaga
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus ALSA - Gra-Mad / ...
7h 46m
€46–95
Drive 499.9 km
1. Drive from Málaga to El Rastrocar 499.9 km
5h 38m
€79–114

Málaga to El Rastro by train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 512.6 km
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and El Rastro, Madrid, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 3 hours. Tickets cost €75–140 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Interbus operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Madrid Estación Sur de Autobuses 3 times a day. Tickets cost €24–90 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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