- Must visit
Museo Histórico Local - Casa de San Juan de Ávila
Montilla’s main museum on Saint John of Ávila, housed in the saint’s former home. Essential for learning about his life and the town’s spiritual heritage.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 40 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Málaga to Montilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Montilla will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 4 buses that leave Málaga for Montilla on Sun, Aug 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 23 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .
On Sun, Aug 23 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Montilla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $18 (€14) compared to roughly $25 (€20) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 1h 37m versus 1h 24m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Montilla buses for today, Saturday, August 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:55 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 3h00 | 6:55 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h25 | 6:55 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 7:10 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 9:10 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h40 | 10:10 PM Montilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Málaga to Montilla run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 9:00 AM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Montilla — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Montilla trip today.
Montilla’s main museum on Saint John of Ávila, housed in the saint’s former home. Essential for learning about his life and the town’s spiritual heritage.
Interpretation center devoted to the Great Captain. Presents the military and political legacy of Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba in his hometown.
Museum and cultural space focused on Antonio Carpio and local artistic memory. A good stop for visitors interested in Montilla’s creative heritage.
Montilla’s main civic square, framed by historic buildings and daily local life. A practical starting point for walking the town center.
Historic square near major churches and traditional streets. Good for absorbing local atmosphere and seeing the urban fabric of old Montilla.
Historic quarter surrounding the castle area, with narrow streets and traces of medieval Montilla. Best for a scenic heritage walk.
Fortified wine made from Pedro Ximénez grapes. Montilla-Moriles is the town’s signature drink, prized for its dry finos and sweet PX styles.
Cold tomato and bread soup from Córdoba, often enriched with Montilla olive oil. A classic summer dish across the area and common in local homes.
Flamenquín is pork loin rolled around cured ham, breaded and fried. It is a beloved Córdoba province tapa often served in Montilla taverns.
Historic winery and restaurant known for Montilla-Moriles wines and traditional Cordoban cooking in a refined, heritage setting.
Traditional tavern style venue serving local dishes and Montilla wines in a relaxed setting popular for regional flavors.
Established restaurant associated with local wine culture, offering Andalusian classics and a broad Montilla-Moriles selection.
More affordable than major Spanish cities. Dining is reasonable, local transport needs are low, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in Córdoba or Seville.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Estación de Montilla -> Plaza de la Rosa, Montilla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Montilla 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 Montilla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Málaga to Montilla buses use the Malaga, Estación de Autobuses to Montilla station pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Montilla bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Montilla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Montilla. ATMs are available at Montilla.
Ticket office support is available at Montilla.
Available at Montilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montilla: Basic accessibility features available.
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