The cheapest and fastest coaches from Alicante to Málaga
Cheapest price
£48
Average price
£49
Fastest journey
7 h 14 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Alicante to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Málaga will cost around £49 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
Of the 6 buses that leave Alicante for Málaga every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 391 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 14 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal · Normal3:159h15Alicante, Estación de Autobuses12:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal · Normal5:308h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses13:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal · Normal9:458h45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses18:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal11:379h24Alicante, Estación de Autobuses21:01Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£491One-way0 changes
Normal21:157h45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses5:00Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£491One-way0 changes
Normal13:017h14Alicante, Estación de Autobuses20:15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£491One-way0 changes
Normal21:157h45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses5:00Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£491One-way0 changes
Normal · Normal5:308h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses13:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal · Normal9:458h45Alicante, Estación de Autobuses18:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Normal · Normal3:159h15Alicante, Estación de Autobuses12:30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses£481One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for Alicante to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £100.
Distance: 391 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£49 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £220 Average Price |
6h 43m Average total duration 6h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Málaga coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 3:15 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 12:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 13:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h45 | 18:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 11:37 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h24 | 21:01 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 13:01 Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 20:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Alicante to Málaga by coach, flight or train
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alicante to Málaga
Buses from Alicante to Málaga run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 391 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 391 km |
Average bus duration 6h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Alicante to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Málaga with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Alicante to Málaga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Málaga by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Málaga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Alicante and Málaga
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2
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