Alicante to Málaga bus with Alsa

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Alicante to Málaga

Showing times and prices for Jul 13

Cheapest price

$24

Average price

$53

Fastest journey

4 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h

Buses per day

12

Distance

391 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alicante to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alicante to Málaga will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.

Fast buses

Of the 12 buses that leave Alicante for Málaga on Sun, Jul 13, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jul 13 the direct buses cover the 391 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .

On Sun, Jul 13 the slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.

BlaBlaCar
09:30PM5h30
Alicante
03:00AMMálaga
$241One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
08:30AM5h20
Alicante
01:50PMMálaga
$331One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
04:00PM4h40
Alicante
08:40PMMálaga
$351One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
06:00PM4h20
Alicante
10:20PMMálaga
$371One-way
0 transfers
BlaBlaCar
11:00AM5h10
Alicante
04:10PMMálaga
$401One-way
0 transfers

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Alicante to Málaga

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €34, and a flight costs an average of €57.

Distance: 242 miles (391 km)

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€52

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Cheapest

€136

Average price

€158

Average price

7h 14m

Average total duration

6h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 7m

Average total duration

5h 37m

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30m

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5h 38m

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Fastest

2h 38m

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3h 0m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Alicante to Málaga bus times

Showing buses for today, Saturday, July 12
Last updated at 4:44 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alsaNormal9:37 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
9h24
7:01 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal11:01 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
7h14
6:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal12:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
7h15
8:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal2:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
7h30
10:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
7h45
3:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
alsaNormal11:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
7h15
6:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses0 transfersDirect
Sunday, July 13
alsaNormal · Normal1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
9h15
10:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
alsaNormal · Normal3:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
8h00
11:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Alicante to Málaga

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Buses from Alicante to Málaga run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) if you book in advance.
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
242 miles (391 km)
Average bus duration
6h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
$42 (€34)
Buses per day
11
Direct buses
7
Fastest bus
7h 14m
First bus
00:45
Last bus
22:40
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.
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Bus companies: Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus from Alicante to Málaga

Find the best buses to Málaga from Alicante with Omio's travel partners Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus from $42 (€34). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of buses with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal bus with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium buses provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other bus tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.

Bus information from Alicante to Málaga with Alsa:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $42
  • Alsa frequency: 4 a day

Buses Alicante to Malaga

A trip along the south coast of Spain is undoubtedly one of the most attractive routes in Europe. The turquoise blue waters of the Alboran Sea, the beautiful beaches of the Costa del Sol - this section should not be missing on any trip to Spain. As two of the largest cities in the region, Alicante and Malaga are mandatory stops on this route. The two cities are almost 500 kilometres apart, which makes the bus connection Alicante - Malaga probably the best option for this trip. Every day there are many buses running between the cities, giving travellers many options.

Which bus companies travel from Alicante to Malaga?

As with most other connections in Spain, all bus journeys from Alicante to Malaga are served by ALSA. The country's largest bus company has been active since the beginning of the 20th century and has been connecting all the major cities in Spain ever since.

How long does the bus ride from Alicante to Malaga take?

The direct journey for the bus Alicante - Malaga takes between 7 and 9 hours, depending on the traffic situation and the chosen time. Some connections make a stopover in Benidorm. In this case the journey time is extended to 9 to 12 hours. If you are in a hurry, you should therefore look for a place at one of the shorter connections in advance. Everyone else can sit back and relax according to the Spanish way of life.

How often can I take the bus from Alicante to Malaga?

ALSA operates every day more than 10 trips for the bus Alicante - Malaga. The first buses usually leave Malaga around 3 o'clock in the morning. More buses depart in the morning and there should be at least one bus for the route every hour on most days. The last connections are offered between 21 and 22 o'clock.

Bus stations on the route Alicante - Malaga?

At which bus station does the bus depart from in Alicante? The buses to Malaga leave Alicante either at the bus station Estación Autobús or at the airport of the city. The bus station is close to the port and should be a more convenient option for most travellers. From the city centre, a taxi takes only a few minutes to get there. The station offers a cafeteria and toilets for travelers.

At which bus station does the bus arrive in Malaga? The journey ends at the Malaga Estación de Autobuses. The station is right next to the main railway station and close to the Jardines Picasso park. From here it is very easy for travellers to take a taxi to their hotel or downtown.

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Popular bus stations from Alicante to Málaga

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Málaga
The major bus station for departures in Alicante is Alicante, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Alicante to Málaga.
Amenities at bus station
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ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Calle de Portugal
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
  • Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
The major bus station for arrivals in Málaga is Malaga, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses for your trip to Málaga from Alicante.
Malaga, Estación de AutobusesWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-23:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Paseo de los Tilos
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
  • Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
  • Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
  • Bus: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2

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