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Palatial museum of Ronda’s history with Roman, Islamic and later collections in a fine historic house.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Benalmádena to Ronda
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£3
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£3
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
34 m
Buses on 18 Sept
5
Distance
56 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Benalmádena to Ronda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Benalmádena to Ronda will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Fast coaches
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 buses from Benalmádena to Ronda, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 56 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 40 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.
6:500h40Benalmádena7:30Ronda£31One-way0 changes- 16:300h30Benalmádena17:00Ronda£31One-way0 changes
- 7:300h30Benalmádena8:00Ronda£41One-way0 changes
- 6:000h40Benalmádena6:40Ronda£41One-way0 changes
- 19:300h30Benalmádena20:00Ronda£41One-way0 changes
- 16:300h30Benalmádena17:00Ronda£31One-way0 changes
- 7:300h30Benalmádena8:00Ronda£41One-way0 changes
- 19:300h30Benalmádena20:00Ronda£41One-way0 changes
- 6:500h40Benalmádena7:30Ronda£31One-way0 changes
- 6:000h40Benalmádena6:40Ronda£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Benalmádena to Ronda
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Benalmádena to Ronda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £26 Average Price | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Benalmádena to Ronda is a coach with an average price of £12.
This is compared to other travel options from Benalmádena to Ronda:
A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Benalmádena to Ronda costing on average £26.
The fastest way to travel from Benalmádena to Ronda is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 36m.
Other travel options to Ronda take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Benalmádena and Ronda including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Avanza, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Benalmádena to Ronda bus times
The table below shows live departures for Benalmádena to Ronda coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:10 Benalmádena | 0h20 | 7:30 Ronda | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 Benalmádena | 0h20 | 8:20 Ronda | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:20 Benalmádena | 0h20 | 13:40 Ronda | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:30 Benalmádena | 0h20 | 17:50 Ronda | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:55 Benalmádena | 0h20 | 20:15 Ronda | 0 changesdirect |
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Benalmádena to Ronda.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Benalmádena to Ronda
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Buses from Benalmádena to Ronda run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:20, the last at 21:15. The fastest coach covers the 56 km distance in 2h 18m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 56 km |
Average bus duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 18m |
First bus 8:20 |
Last bus 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Avanza, BlaBlaCar from Benalmádena to RondaYou can travel by bus between Benalmádena to Ronda with Avanza, BlaBlaCar for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Avanza
About
Avanza is one of the most popular bus companies in Spain, offering routes throughout the country and Portugal. Avanza has a large fleet of buses ranging from the Standard Bus with A/C and onboard entertainment to the Express, Multimedia, Multimedia Plus, and Multimedia VIP buses, which depending on the route, include WiFi, restrooms, additional entertainment, and much more. In addition, Avanza’s standard single ticket is affordable and suitable for every budget for your trip
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanza Duration
2h 18m
Cheapest Avanza Price
£12
Avanza frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; additional fee may apply.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Complete guide to Ronda
Things to do in Ronda
Discover the best of Ronda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ronda trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Taurino de Ronda
Museum inside the bullring complex covering horsemanship, bullfighting heritage and the building’s history.
- Recommended
Baños Árabes de Ronda
Archaeological site museum with preserved baths and interpretation of daily life in the Islamic period.
- Must visit
Alameda del Tajo
Clifftop promenade beside the bullring with sweeping countryside views, especially pleasant at sunset.
- Must visit
Mirador de Aldehuela
Popular viewpoint beneath Puente Nuevo with dramatic upward views of the bridge and gorge walls.
- Recommended
Plaza Duquesa de Parcent
Main old-town square framed by historic buildings, ideal for a pause before exploring nearby monuments.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
Gazpacho
A chilled tomato soup from inland Andalusia, enriched with olive oil, garlic and bread. A summer staple in Ronda and across Málaga province.
Sopa de tomate rondeña
A rustic warm soup of tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, bread and olive oil, often topped with egg or jamón. Traditional mountain comfort food around Ronda.
- Gluten-free
Potaje de garbanzos
Hearty chickpea stew with chorizo, morcilla and pork, long linked to Serranía de Ronda home cooking. Rich, filling and deeply traditional.
Bardal
Refined Andalusian cooking with local produce in an elegant setting near the gorge. Well suited to a special meal.
Pedro Romero
Classic Ronda restaurant known for grilled meats and traditional Andalusian dishes in a smart yet relaxed atmosphere.
Bodega San Francisco
Long-standing bodega-style venue serving tapas, cured meats and regional wines in a traditional, lively setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain. Dining is reasonably priced, but tourist-area hotels can rise in peak season. Local buses are cheap and many sights are walkable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a simple meal or tapas.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, not tipped heavily.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €0.69
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Ronda, Estación de Autobuses -> Plaza del Socorro, Ronda
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Current official fare evidence found is for the urban bus single ticket only; no reliable current day pass was confirmed from official sources.
- Ronda is compact, and the bus station is about 1 km from Plaza del Socorro, so walking is often practical.
FAQs: Benalmádena to Ronda coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Benalmádena to Ronda 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 Ronda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Benalmádena to Ronda can start from as little as £12 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Benalmádena to Ronda is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Benalmádena to Ronda is 2h 18m to travel the 56 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Benalmádena to Ronda leaves at 8:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Benalmádena to Ronda leaves at 21:15.
Yes, there are 6 direct coaches a day from Benalmádena to Ronda with Avanza, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Benalmádena to Ronda, you can count on Avanza, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Ronda. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Benalmádena and Ronda and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Benalmádena , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Benalmádena, Parada Portillo, Torremolinos, Estación De Autobuses, Fuengirola, Estación de Autobuses . When arriving in Ronda , you can end your route in coach stations like Ronda, Estación de Autobuses.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Benalmádena, Parada Portillo, which is located around 4 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ronda, Estación de Autobuses, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Ronda from Benalmádena is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 18m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Benalmádena to Ronda is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Benalmádena and Ronda including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda:
- Avanza
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda for coach company Avanza.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Benalmádena to Ronda depends on the coach companies:
- Avanza
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Avanza.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Benalmádena to Ronda:
- Avanza
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Benalmádena to Ronda:
- Avanza
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda. The following conditions apply:
- Avanza
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda with the following coach company: Avanza
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda with the following coach company: Avanza.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Benalmádena to Ronda with the following coach company: Avanza.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Benalmádena and Ronda
Most Benalmádena to Ronda buses use the Benalmádena, Parada Portillo to Ronda, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Benalmádena and Ronda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Benalmádena
Arrival bus stations in Ronda
Which Benalmádena station do buses to Ronda leave from?
Buses from Benalmádena to Ronda leave from Benalmádena, Parada Portillo. The station is 5 km from Benalmádena city centre at Av. Matías Sáenz de Tejada, s/n, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga, Spain.
Benalmádena, Parada PortilloAv. Matías Sáenz de Tejada, s/n, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Benalmádena, Parada Portillo from Benalmádena city centre
Benalmádena, Parada Portillo is 4 km from Benalmádena city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC1 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusM-110 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
M-120 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
M-121, M-126, M-112, M-116 · 24m · £0.90 · every ~3 min
M-103 · 40m · £3 · every ~4 min
Benalmádena, Parada Portillo bus station facilities and services
Benalmádena, Parada Portillo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Benalmádena, Parada Portillo. ATMs are available at Benalmádena, Parada Portillo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Benalmádena, Parada Portillo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Benalmádena, Parada Portillo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Benalmádena, Parada Portillo: The station is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Which Ronda station do buses from Benalmádena arrive at?
Buses from Benalmádena to Ronda arrive at Ronda, Estación de Autobuses. Ronda, Estación de Autobuses is from Ronda city centre.
Ronda, Estación de AutobusesCalle Comandante Salvador Carrasco s/n, 29400 Ronda, Malaga, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Ronda, Estación de Autobuses from Ronda city centre
TrainAlv · 7h 28m · £62
Avn, 13901, 13903, 13909, 13911, 13905, 13907 · 8h 31m · £143 · every ~2 min
BusAlsa · 10h 17m · £58
6h 46m · £110
M-902 · 8h 6m · £200
Ronda, Estación de Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Ronda, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ronda, Estación de Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ronda, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ronda, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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