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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Malaga Airport to Nerja
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Nov
- Cheapest price on 02 Nov
- £5
- Average ticket price on 02 Nov
- £5
- Fastest journey on 02 Nov
- 45 m
- Average journey duration on 02 Nov
- 1 h 1 m
- Buses on 02 Nov
- 43
- Distance
- 55 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Malaga Airport to Nerja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malaga Airport to Nerja will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Fast coaches
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 43 buses from Malaga Airport to Nerja, including 43 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.
Normal12:45 1h10 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 13:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes- Normal
18:30 1h25 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 19:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
22:05 1h10 Málaga, Puerto Málaga 23:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
22:35 1h25 Málaga, Puerto Málaga 0:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
17:45 1h20 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 19:05 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes
- Normal
19:00 0h45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 19:45 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
17:30 0h50 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 18:20 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
12:45 1h10 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 13:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
22:05 1h10 Málaga, Puerto Málaga 23:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes - Normal
16:05 1h10 Málaga, Puerto Málaga 17:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) £5 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malaga Airport to Nerja
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Buses from Malaga Airport to Nerja run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:15, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 55 km distance in 45m.
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 55 km |
Average bus duration 1h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 9:15 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 35 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Malaga Airport to Nerja trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Malaga Airport to Nerja.
Cheap coach tickets from Malaga Airport to Nerja can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Malaga Airport to Nerja is £5; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja leaves at 9:15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja leaves at 20:30.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Malaga Airport to Nerja with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
Live departures
Malaga Airport to Nerja bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malaga Airport to Nerja coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 9:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 10:40 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 9:20 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 10:40 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 11:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:05 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 11:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 12:10 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 10:50 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 12:10 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 12:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:20 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h10 | 12:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 13:10 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 11:50 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 13:10 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 13:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 13:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 12:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 13:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 14:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 13:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 14:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 15:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 14:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 15:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 17:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 15:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 17:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 17:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:05 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h10 | 17:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 17:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 16:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 17:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 18:20 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 19:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 19:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h20 | 19:05 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 17:50 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h15 | 19:05 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 19:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 18:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 19:55 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 19:45 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 20:45 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 19:20 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 20:45 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h25 | 21:40 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 20:20 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h20 | 21:40 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 22:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 21:05 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 22:30 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 23:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:05 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h10 | 23:15 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 0:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 22:35 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h25 | 0:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 1:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal | 23:05 Málaga, Puerto Málaga | 1h55 | 1:00 Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
45m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£5
Alsa frequency
3 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 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Malaga Airport and Nerja
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Nerja. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Malaga Airport and Nerja and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja for coach company Alsa.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Malaga Airport to Nerja depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Malaga Airport to Nerja:
- Alsa
- 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 Malaga Airport to Nerja:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Malaga Airport to Nerja with the following coach company: Alsa.
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Things to do in Nerja
Discover the best of Nerja — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Nerja trip today.
- Recommended
Museo de Nerja en la Cueva de Nerja
An educational exhibition space at the cave site with displays on geology, archaeology and discoveries. A practical addition to a cave visit.
Sala de Exposiciones de Maro
A small cultural exhibition venue in Maro used for local displays and events. It offers a quieter look at village culture beyond central Nerja.
- Must visit
Playa de Burriana
A scenic beach and promenade area east of the centre, known for its open views and relaxed feel. Good for walking, swimming and sunsets.
- Recommended
Playa de Calahonda
A sandy urban beach below the old town with clear water and easy access. Ideal for a classic seaside walk close to Nerja’s centre.
- Recommended
Calle Pintada
A narrow whitewashed street in the old town lined with shops and local life. It is a pleasant route for exploring central Nerja on foot.
Pescaíto frito
Fried small fish, often anchovies or whitebait, served simply with lemon. A coastal staple on the Costa del Sol and a classic beachside tapa.
- Gluten-free
Espetos de sardinas
Fresh sardines threaded onto reeds and grilled over open embers on the beach. One of Málaga province’s most iconic seaside dishes.
Salmorejo
A chilled soup of tomato, bread, olive oil, garlic and pepper, often topped with ham and egg. Very typical in Andalusia during hot weather.
Oliva
Refined restaurant near the Balcón de Europa serving creative Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant, intimate setting.
La Posada Ibérica
Well-known central restaurant focused on Andalusian and Spanish cooking, with tapas, rice dishes and a polished old-town atmosphere.
Mesón Antonio
Established venue for grilled meats, seafood and Spanish classics, popular for generous portions and a smart but relaxed dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Costa del Sol: dining is fair, buses are cheap, but summer stays and seafront spots cost more than many inland Spanish towns.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €45-70 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service; cafés often just round up, and taxis are usually rounded up slightly.
Alsa
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Prices
- Single ticket
- Unknown
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) -> Balcón de Europa, Nerja
- Distance
- 900 m
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Use the operator app or website to check times before travel; Nerja and Frigiliana services can vary by season and local events.
- A seasonal shuttle serves Playa de Maro; the 2026 return fare is €3.00 and operates daily in summer.
FAQs: Malaga Airport to Nerja coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malaga Airport to Nerja 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 Nerja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a coach between Malaga Airport and Nerja.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Malaga Airport and Nerja
Most Malaga Airport to Nerja buses use the Malaga, Estación de Autobuses to Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) station pair. Use this guide to compare Malaga Airport and Nerja bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Málaga
Arrival bus stations in Nerja
Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)N-340, Nerja, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) from Nerja city centre
Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) is 1 km from Nerja city centre. Public transport options include:
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