The cheapest and fastest coaches from Jaén to Málaga
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
129 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Jaén to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jaén to Málaga will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 25 buses that leave Jaén for Málaga every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 129 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Jaén to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Jaén to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 129 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£23 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Jaén to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Jaén to Málaga coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 06:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h05 | 09:35 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 06:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 10:45 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 07:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 11:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 07:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h30 | 11:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 08:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h50 | 13:20 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 08:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 12:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 09:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 12:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 09:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 14:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
Normal | 11:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 14:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 14:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 18:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 15:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h15 | 18:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:30 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 19:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 16:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h30 | 21:15 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 16:45 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h00 | 20:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 18:00 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 21:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 19:00 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 23:45 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 19:00 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 4h15 | 23:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Jaén to Málaga
Buses from Jaén to Málaga run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 129 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 129 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 05:30 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Avanza, FlixBus from Jaén to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Jaén to Málaga with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Avanza, FlixBus for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Jaén to Málaga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jaén 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 Jaén, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 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 Jaén 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
- 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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