The cheapest and fastest coaches from Elche to Málaga
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Elche to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elche to Málaga will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 13 buses that leave Elche for Málaga every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 50 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.
15:105h00Elche20:10Málaga£211One-way0 changes
14:305h50Elche20:20Málaga£211One-way0 changes
9:305h30Elche15:00Málaga£281One-way0 changes
7:204h50Elche12:10Málaga£291One-way0 changes
13:105h10Elche18:20Málaga£301One-way0 changes
7:204h50Elche12:10Málaga£291One-way0 changes
15:105h00Elche20:10Málaga£211One-way0 changes
13:105h10Elche18:20Málaga£301One-way0 changes
9:305h30Elche15:00Málaga£281One-way0 changes
14:305h50Elche20:20Málaga£211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Elche to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Elche to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 370 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£48 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price | £164 Average Price |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Elche to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Elche to Málaga coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 31 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 1:45 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 8h45 | 10:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:10 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 9h05 | 18:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 8h30 | 18:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 10:32 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 8h29 | 19:01 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 10:58 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 9h02 | 20:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 11:30 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 8h30 | 20:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 12:10 Elche, Estación De Autobuses | 7h50 | 20:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Elche to Málaga
Buses from Elche to Málaga run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 370 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 370 km |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 21:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús from Elche to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Elche to Málaga with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Grupo Subús for as low as £45. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Elche to Málaga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elche 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.
- Grupo Subús
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Ramps for easy boarding and alighting.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Grupo Subús
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Grupo Subús
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Grupo Subús
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Elche and Málaga
- 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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