The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tarragona to Málaga
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
14 h 15 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tarragona to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Málaga will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £66.
Of the 7 buses that leave Tarragona for Málaga every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 692 km distance in an average of 14 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 h 5 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.

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Compare coach, flight and train for Tarragona to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 692 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£94 Average Price | £109 Average Price | £92 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 6m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Tarragona to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Málaga coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 01:25 Tarragona | 18h36 | 20:01 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal | 01:25 Tarragona | 16h05 | 17:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal | 12:30 Tarragona | 15h30 | 04:00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 17:30 Tarragona | 14h00 | 07:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal · Normal | 19:30 Tarragona | 16h00 | 11:30 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 change | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 20:25 Tarragona | 23h36 | 20:01 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tarragona to Málaga
Buses from Tarragona to Málaga run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £17 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 692 km distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 692 km |
Average bus duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 00:55 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Tarragona to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Tarragona to Málaga with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tarragona to Málaga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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 Tarragona, 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 Tarragona 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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