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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Barcelona to Málaga
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
16 h 30 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Barcelona to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Málaga will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £100.
Of the 12 buses that leave Barcelona 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 769 km distance in an average of 16 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 30 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 769 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£125 Average Price Cheapest | £127 Average Price | £152 Average Price |
19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration 5h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Málaga coaches for today, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 01:20 Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants | 39h25 | 16:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Normal | 06:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h00 | 21:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h00 | 04:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 15h30 | 07:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 17:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 19h00 | 12:00 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2 changes | |
| Normal · Normal | 18:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h30 | 11:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 21:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h45 | 14:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 22:59 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 18h31 | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 19 November | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 00:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 17h30 | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 00:00 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 20h01 | 20:01 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Málaga
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Buses from Barcelona to Málaga run on average 11 times per day, taking around 18h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £32 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 769 km distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 769 km |
Average bus duration 18h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus from Barcelona to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Málaga with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Barcelona to Malaga: Journey Details
Direct buses from Barcelona to Malaga are available with major provider ALSA, and have a journey time of around 16 hours. From Mondays to Saturdays there are four departures a day from the very early morning until the early evening. On Sundays, there may be fewer departures during the day.
Return buses from Malaga to Barcelona are also available.
Taking the Bus from Barcelona
Buses from Barcelona to Malaga leave from the city's Nord Bus Station located in the Eixample Dreta district of Barcelona. Barcelona's terminal offers a large number of buses in Spain travelling to and from lots of different cities and regions, making connections onwards to Malaga possible.In general, Barcelona has an extensive and efficient Metro and bus network serving the city, the airport and surrounding areas that connects travellers to the bus station. Arc de Triomf, on the red Metro line, provides a quick link to the city centre. There is a frequent night bus service in Barcelona and can drop passengers to the entrance to the bus station.
Getting into Malaga by Bus
Malaga is a delightful city to explore on foot, with a pedestrianized historic heart and a newly refurbished port and marina area. Beaches are close by with many excellent seafood restaurants for enjoying al-fresco dining. Malaga was the birthplace of Picasso and the Picasso Museum and Gallery is well worth a visit, as are the cathedral, the Castillo de Gibralforo and the fascinating Alcazar and small Roman theatre. Malaga's bus and train station, the Maria Zambrano, is located 1 km from the city's historic centre and well linked by local buses. Buses and Cercania trains also run along the coast to nearby resorts, such as Nerja, Torremolinos and Benalmadena, as well as to the airport. Malaga has a new Metro system, which has two lines open serving the West of the city. Taxis can also be found at the Maria Zambrano Bus Station.
FAQs: Barcelona to Málaga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, which is located around 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Málaga
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:30-21:30
- 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: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: A, C1, C2 Train: C1
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