Train from Málaga to Tarragona: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Málaga to Tarragona on December 1
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RenfeTrain
Estación María Zambrano
Camp TarragonaNo tags
RenfeTrain
Estación María Zambrano
Camp TarragonaNo tags
RenfeTrain
Estación María Zambrano
Camp TarragonaNo tags
RenfeTrain
Estación María Zambrano
Camp TarragonaNo tags
RenfeTrain
Estación María Zambrano
Camp TarragonaNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Málaga to Tarragona

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tarragona. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
5h 30mAverage Duration
431 milesDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$113 - $311Average Duration14h 40m
17kg CO₂e
Average Price$97 - $276Average Duration5h 30m
17kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$47 - $102Average Duration9h 40m
29kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Málaga to Tarragona by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Málaga to Tarragona?

    The cheapest train tickets from Málaga to Tarragona start from $97. The average price for this train route is around $160. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Málaga to Tarragona?

    The average train ride duration from Málaga to Tarragona is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 431 miles (694 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 21m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. Which train operators service the Málaga to Tarragona route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Málaga to Tarragona?

    The earliest train departs from Málaga to Tarragona at 8:22am. And the latest train departs at 4:20pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Málaga to Tarragona was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $110

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Málaga to Tarragona, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $110 to $190 for a train ticket from Málaga to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2025-12-04.

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