Timetable
Train route
Cheap train tickets

Malaga to Ciudad Real Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Malaga to Ciudad Real? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as £ 16.90, with the average fare for this route being approximately £ 182.68. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • الخميس, 4 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • الجمعة, 5 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • السبت, 6 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • الأحد, 7 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • الاثنين, 8 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
  • الثلاثاء, 9 سبتمبر
    From £ 16.90
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
Find Tickets
17:55
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
20:06
Ciudad Real
2 ساعات 11 دقائق, Changes requiredrenfe
Find Tickets
18:18
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
20:44
Ciudad Real
2 ساعات 26 دقائق, Changes requiredrenfe
Find Tickets
20:05
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
21:56
Ciudad Real
1 ساعة 51 دقائق, Directrenfe
Find Tickets
20:15
Malaga-Maria Zambrano
22:43
Paris
2 ساعات 28 دقائق, Changes requiredrenfe
Find Tickets
View More Trains

Malaga to Ciudad Real Train Route Details

The train ticket from Malaga to Ciudad Real typically costs from £ 16.90. The journey averages 1 ساعة 51 دقائق in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 257 km. renfe, RENFE generally offers 14 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:48
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1 ساعة 51 دقائق
Distance
Distance
257 km
Price
Price
From £ 16.90
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Onboard Renfe trains from Malaga to Ciudad Real

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Malaga to Ciudad Real Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Malaga to Ciudad Real, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Malaga to Ciudad Real Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in advance

    Book in advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a return ticket

    Buy a return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
  • Use Trip.com discounts

    Use Trip.com discounts

    Frequently offers promotions and discounts.

Why Book Train Tickets With Trip.com?

  • Best price promise

    Best price promise

    If you find trains for a cheaper price elsewhere, let us know and we'll refund the difference*

  • Authorized ticket vendor for Renfe

    Authorized ticket vendor for Renfe

    Renfe AVE, iryo, and Ouigo high-speed trains

  • No booking fees on the app

    No booking fees on the app

    Only pay for your train travel – no hidden fees on your Malaga to Ciudad Real journey

  • Cross-border trains

    Cross-border trains

    Spain domestic and cross-border trains to France and Portugal

Recommendations

  • Trains from Malaga

  • Trains to Ciudad Real

  • Popular routes

  • Top Destinations

  • Popular stations