
Day trip from Málaga to Granada by bus
Why visit Granada for the day?
Granada is known for the Alhambra and its striking mix of Moorish and Catholic heritage. The Albaicín, tapas bars and student life give the city a lively but historic feel.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £99 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £99, while a flight costs an average of £234.
Distance: 761 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£99 Average Price Cheapest | £234 Average Price | £103 Average Price | £135 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 19h 9m Average total duration 18h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare the available ways to get from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga costing on average £103.
A train is £136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga costing on average £234.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Coach takes on average 19h 9m.
The journey is about 3h 19m faster (6h 20m by train vs 9h 39m by car) and roughly £36 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£99 vs £135). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Málaga from El Prat de Llobregat by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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The most popular day trips by bus from Málaga are Granada, Córdoba, Nerja, Seville and Marbella. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Málaga on Omio.

Granada is known for the Alhambra and its striking mix of Moorish and Catholic heritage. The Albaicín, tapas bars and student life give the city a lively but historic feel.

Córdoba is known for the Mezquita-Catedral and a historic centre shaped by Roman, Islamic and Christian influences. Its whitewashed patios, narrow lanes and warm Andalusian rhythm give the city a deeply atmospheric character.

Nerja is a whitewashed Andalusian town on the Costa del Sol, known for the Balcón de Europa, sheltered beaches and Cuevas de Nerja. It has a relaxed feel, with old streets, sea views and a town centre shaped more by local life than high-rise development.

Seville is the capital of Andalusia, known for flamenco, Moorish architecture and orange-lined streets. Around the cathedral and the Real Alcázar, it feels both grand and intensely local, with lively plazas and a warm, late-night rhythm.

Marbella is known for beaches, luxury marinas and an attractive old town on the Costa del Sol. Whitewashed streets around Plaza de los Naranjos give it an Andalusian feel beyond the polished seafront.
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This is compared to other travel options from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga costing on average £103.
A train is £136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from El Prat de Llobregat to Málaga costing on average £234.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Coach takes on average 19h 9m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between El Prat de Llobregat and Málaga as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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