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Museo Picasso Málaga
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$26
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$43
Fastest journey on Sep 20
4 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
5 h 5 m
Buses on Sep 20
18
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Linares to Málaga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linares to Málaga will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 18 buses from Linares to Málaga, including 3 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct buses cover the 168 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 56 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 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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02188| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:44PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
The table below shows live departures for Linares to Málaga buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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Normal | 7:00 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h30 | 12:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 12:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 6h35 | 1:35 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 6h15 | 1:15 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h00 | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:20 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 6h00 | 2:20 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 03990 | 10:15 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 4h56 | 3:11 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 10:15 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h39 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 08125 | 10:15 AM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h01 | 3:16 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 10:15 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 10:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 9:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h35 | 10:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 6h50 | 9:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h20 | 10:15 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2 transfers | |
Normal+ 02188 | 4:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 9:50 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 02202 | 4:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 7h09 | 11:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 08195 | 4:30 PM Linares, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 10:20 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Linares to Málaga run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:13, the last at 16:45. The fastest bus covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 5:13 AM |
Last bus 4:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Málaga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Málaga trip today.
A major collection tracing Picasso’s career in a historic palace, essential for understanding the artist born in Málaga.
Dedicated to Carmen Thyssen’s collection, this museum excels in 19th-century Spanish and Andalusian painting in a restored palace.
Set in Picasso’s birthplace, this museum explores his early years, family context, and personal legacy in Málaga.
Málaga’s main pedestrian shopping street links the old center with the port and is lively day and evening.
A redeveloped waterfront promenade with gardens, shade structures, and harbor views, ideal for an easy central walk.
A scenic hilltop viewpoint by Gibralfaro Parador, famous for postcard panoramas of the port, bullring, and cathedral.
A chilled tomato soup with olive oil, garlic and bread, often topped with ham and egg. A Málaga summer staple linked to Andalusian home cooking.
Cold almond and garlic soup thinned with water and olive oil, traditionally served with grapes. A classic Málaga dish with Moorish roots.
Tiny anchovies lightly fried in olive oil until crisp. One of Málaga’s signature seafood tapas, especially popular at beach bars and fish markets.
Michelin-starred fine dining serving refined Andalusian cuisine with technical precision. Elegant atmosphere and one of Málaga’s top gastronomic addresses.
Historic old-town tavern famed for classic Málaga tapas, fried fish and vermouth. Lively, traditional and one of the city’s most beloved institutions.
Classic seafood restaurant at Pedregalejo known for espetos, grilled fish and rice dishes. Casual beachfront setting with a long local reputation.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels rise in summer, but tapas, local transit, and casual dining stay fairly reasonable versus Madrid, Barcelona, or many major European beach cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafes, small change is fine. In taxis, rounding up the fare is common.
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Estación de Autobuses -> Alameda Principal, Málaga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linares 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.

Most Linares to Málaga buses use the Linares, Estación de Autobuses to Malaga, Estación de Autobuses station pair, with some services arriving at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3). Use this guide to compare Linares and Málaga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Linares, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: A small café and a vending machine area available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are available at Linares, Estación de Autobuses.
Ticket office support is available at Linares, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Linares, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Linares, Estación de Autobuses: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas 24 (0.4 km), Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malaga, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) is 7 km from Málaga city centre. Public transport options include:
Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located in the arrivals area.
Ticket office support is available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3).
Available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3): Elevators, ramps.
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