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On average, it takes around 5 hours 13 minutes to travel from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 12 trains per day running along the 628 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Málaga-María Zambrano. Trains on this route are usually operated by either AVE or Renfe. On board you'll find modern comfortable seating and plenty of room for luggage as standard.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano start from $23.83 when you book in advance, so start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
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It takes an average of 5h 13m to travel from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano by train, over a distance of around 390 miles (628 km). There are normally 12 trains per day traveling from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano and tickets for this journey start from $23.83 when you book in advance.
First train | 08:01 |
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Last train | 22:26 |
Departure station | Zaragoza |
Arrival station | Málaga-María Zambrano |
Journey time | 4h 20m |
Distance | 628 miles (390 km) |
Frequency | 12 trains per day |
Changes | Direct trains available |
Price | From $23.83 |
Train and bus operators |
AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.
Operating since the end of 2022, iryo is a new high-speed train company in Spain. It’s a consortium between the Spanish airline Air Norstrum and the train company Trenitalia, one of the greatest leaders in European rail transport. The first private Spanish high-speed company to operate, iryo runs high-speed services on the Madrid – Zaragoza – Barcelona route and connects Madrid – Cuenca – Valencia/Alicante and Madrid – Cordoba – Seville/Malaga. They are doing this all with a fleet of ETR1000 model trains that offer the highest level of comfort in Spain, with a combination of advanced propulsion and highest quality onboard services, including WiFi connection and catering service. 98% of the parts of the trains are 100% recyclable, making this trip sustainable as well!
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
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The average journey time by train between Zaragoza and Málaga-María Zambrano is 5 hours and 13 minutes, with around 12 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Train tickets from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano can start from as little as $23.83 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano without having to change trains. There is 1 direct train from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano leaves at 08:01. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano leaves at 22:26. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Zaragoza to Málaga-María Zambrano cover a distance of around 390 miles (628 km) during the journey.