The cheapest and fastest buses from Faro to Málaga
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Faro to Málaga will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
It's difficult to get from Faro to Málaga without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Faro to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €118.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€46 Average price | €370 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
6h 46m Average total duration 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 44m Average total duration 9h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Faro to Málaga Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Live departures
Faro to Málaga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Faro to Málaga buses for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 2:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h15 | 10:00 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h45 | 9:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 6h30 | 9:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 8h30 | 6:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 7h00 | 4:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h45 | 6:45 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 6h45 | 4:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h30 | 6:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 8h00 | 6:45 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) | 8h00 | 8:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário | 7h45 | 8:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Faro to Málaga
Buses from Faro to Málaga run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Alsa, Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos from Faro to MálagaYou can travel by bus between Faro to Málaga with Alsa, Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, Rede Expressos for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Faro to Malaga
If you need to make the journey from Faro to Malaga, catching the bus is often a convenient way to do so. There are buses from Faro to Malaga every day of the week. Services are operated by Eurolines and Alsa, and there are two direct buses on most days. Both of them depart in the middle of the night, at 1:30 a.m. and 1:45 a.m. respectively, and both arrive in Malaga at 8:45 a.m. The total journey time works out at around 6 hours 15 minutes, while buses depart from Faro's Terminal Rodoviário and arrive at Malaga's Estación de Autobuses.
FAQs: Bus from Faro to Málaga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro to Málaga by bus. 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 bus, 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 bus most frequently from Faro, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around 0.5 miles (829 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alcazaba of Málaga, a well-preserved Moorish fortress offering panoramic views of the city
- Picasso Museum, dedicated to the works of Pablo Picasso with a vast collection of his art
- Málaga Cathedral, an impressive Renaissance-style cathedral known as La Manquita due to its unfinished tower
- Roman Theatre, an ancient Roman site located at the foot of the Alcazaba
- Gibralfaro Castle, a historic castle providing stunning vistas of Málaga and the Mediterranean Sea.
- Alcazaba of Málaga, a well-preserved Moorish fortress offering panoramic views of the city
- Picasso Museum, a museum dedicated to the works of Pablo Picasso, showcasing a vast collection of his art
- Málaga Cathedral, an impressive Renaissance-style cathedral known for its stunning architecture and historical significance
- La Malagueta Beach, a popular urban beach ideal for sunbathing and enjoying the Mediterranean Sea
- Mercado Central de Atarazanas, a vibrant market where visitors can experience local cuisine and fresh produce.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Rede Expressos
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Guide dogs permitted without a carrier.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Faro to Málaga
- Free Wi-Fi
- Portuguese Café (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 16, 14
- 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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