Madrid to Marbella in a Flash: High-Speed Train

Get ready for a speedy getaway to the Costa del Sol! Iryo, the high-speed Italian train operator, has joined forces with the Spanish bus company Avanza to offer a seamless travel experience between Madrid and Marbella.

The new service will cut travel time to just four hours, making it easier than ever to escape to the sun-drenched beaches and vibrant atmosphere of Marbella. By integrating train and bus travel into a single ticket, Iryo and Avanza are providing a convenient and efficient solution for travelers.

Iryo already offers daily connections to several destinations along the Costa del Sol, including Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola, Algeciras, and La Línea de la Concepción. Now, with the partnership with Avanza, Iryo can extend its reach beyond the train stations, providing bus services to popular destinations within the province of Malaga.

The combined services offer a wide range of options to meet the needs of all travelers. In addition to the 10 daily connections between Madrid and Malaga, there are numerous Avanza bus services to Marbella, Estepona, Fuengirola, Algeciras, and La Línea de la Concepción, operating at frequent intervals.

The collaboration between Iryo and Avanza has garnered praise from local officials. Marbella Mayor Ángeles Muñoz expressed her enthusiasm for the initiative, stating that it would not only enhance mobility and connectivity but also promote sustainable tourism.

Iryo CEO Simone Gorini echoed this sentiment, highlighting the agreement’s potential to attract more visitors to Marbella. He noted that the city welcomed 736,000 visitors in 2023 through its 50 daily connections with Malaga city.

This partnership is a significant step towards improving transportation options and boosting tourism in the Costa del Sol region. By offering a fast, efficient, and sustainable travel experience, Iryo and Avanza are making it easier for people to explore the beauty and charm of Marbella and its surrounding areas.

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