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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Málaga to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
9 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 16 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Málaga to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Barcelona will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £54.
Of the 14 buses that leave Málaga for Barcelona 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 769 km distance in an average of 11 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 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 Málaga to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Barcelona 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 45m. 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 train costs an average of £42.
Distance: 769 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£119 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £122 Average Price |
17h 51m Average total duration 17h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m 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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Live departures
Málaga to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Barcelona coaches for today, Friday 2 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 13:15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 15h30 | 04:45 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Normal · Normal | 13:30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 16h45 | 06:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 14:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 15h45 | 05:45 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal | 15:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 14h45 | 05:45 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 15:45 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 21h30 | 13:15 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 changes | |
| Normal · Normal | 16:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 15h45 | 08:15 El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 1 change | |
| Normal | 20:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 15h00 | 11:30 Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Málaga to Barcelona
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Buses from Málaga to Barcelona run on average 9 times per day, taking around 17h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £42 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 14h 45m.
Distance 769 km |
Average bus duration 17h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 14h 45m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus from Málaga to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Barcelona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as £42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Málaga to Barcelona coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Málaga and Barcelona
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
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- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- 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)
- 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
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