Barcelona to Málaga bus
Cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to Málaga
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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Bus times from Barcelona to Málaga
Fastest Journey
15 h
Average
17 h 48 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
769 km
Of the 16 buses that leave Barcelona for Málaga every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Málaga
 | Distance | 477 miles (769 km) |
 | Average bus duration | 15 h |
 | Average bus ticket price | $103 (€94) |
 | Bus frequency | 1 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day |
 | Bus providers | Infobus, Alsa Supra, Flixbus or Alsa |
Buses from Barcelona to Málaga cover the 477 miles (769 km) long route taking on average 15 h with our travel partners like Infobus, Alsa Supra, Flixbus or Alsa. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around $103 (€94), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $102 (€94). Travelers depart most frequently from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Málaga, Puerto Málaga.
Bus providers: FlixBus and Alsa from Barcelona to Málaga
You can travel by bus between Barcelona and Málaga with FlixBus and Alsa for as low as $102 (€94). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.
- Average Price: $102
Buses from Barcelona to Malaga
Direct buses from Barcelona to Malaga are available with ALSA, and have a journey time between 14¾ and 17½ hours. From Mondays to Saturdays there are 7 departures a day from the very early morning until the early evening. On Sundays, there may be fewer departures during the day.
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Average prices for buses from Barcelona to Malaga when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€89 |
1 Day in Advance |
€95 |
1 Week in Advance |
€84 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€77 |
1 Month in Advance |
€77 |
3 Months in Advance |
€77 |
Barcelona to Malaga Buses: General Information
While taking a bus is slower than the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 14:45 h to arrive in Malaga.
All Barcelona to Malaga buses are run by ALSA.- All buses are direct, depart from either Barcelona Nord, Barcelona Sants, or Barcelona Airport-Prat T1 bus station and arrive at Malaga bus station.
- Traveling from Barcelona to Malaga by bus takes as little as 14 hours and 45 minutes.
- Most travelers book their Barcelona to Malaga bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Barcelona to Malaga buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 6% cheaper to book an Barcelona to Malaga bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
- Barcelona tp Malaga bus tickets are 13% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.
Taking the Bus from Barcelona
Buses from Barcelona to Malaga leave from the Barcelona's Nord Bus Station located in the Eixample Dreta district of Barcelona. Barcelona's terminal offers a large number of buses in Spain travelling to and from lots of different cities and regions, making connections onwards to Malaga possible.In general, Barcelona has an extensive and efficient Metro and bus network serving the city, the airport and surrounding areas that connects travellers to the bus station. Arc de Triomf, on the red Metro line, provides a quick link to the city center. There is a frequent night bus service in Barcelona and can drop passengers to the entrance to the bus station.
Getting into Malaga by Bus
Malaga is a delightful city to explore on foot, with a pedestrianized historic heart and a newly refurbished port and marina area. Beaches are close by with many excellent seafood restaurants for enjoying al-fresco dining. Malaga was the birthplace of Picasso and the Picasso Museum and Gallery is well worth a visit, as are the cathedral, the Castillo de Gibralforo and the fascinating Alcazar and small Roman theatre. Malaga's bus and train station, the Maria Zambrano, is located 1 km from the city's historic center and well linked by local buses. Buses and Cercania trains also run along the coast to nearby resorts, such as Nerja, Torremolinos and Benalmadena, as well as to the airport. Malaga has a new Metro system, which has two lines open serving the West of the city. Taxis can also be found at the Maria Zambrano Bus Station.
Travel Tips: Bus to Málaga from Barcelona
There are a few bus stations in Barcelona to start your trip from including Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, Barcelona, Aeropuerto Josep Tarradellas-El Prat (T1) and Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Barcelona/Sants. In Málaga you have a few bus station options to choose from for your arrival including Málaga, Puerto Málaga, Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and Málaga, Paseo de los Tilos.
Omio customers traveling this route depart most frequently from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Málaga, Puerto Málaga.
The most popular departure bus station with passengers for this journey, called Barcelona Sants, is located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) from the city center of Barcelona.
The most popular arrival bus station, Málaga, Puerto Málaga, is located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city center of Málaga.
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