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The cheapest and fastest buses from Málaga to Nerja

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 10

Cheapest price on Oct 10

Average ticket price on Oct 10

Fastest journey on Oct 10

45 m

Average journey duration on Oct 10

1 h 1 m

Buses on Oct 10

Distance

48 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Málaga to Nerja will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.

Fast buses

On Sat, Oct 10, we found 47 buses from Málaga to Nerja, including 47 direct services.

On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 48 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .

On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.

Normal
12:30 PM1h25
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
1:55 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)
$71One-way
0 transfers
Normal
4:35 PM1h20
Málaga, Puerto Málaga
5:55 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)
$71One-way
0 transfers
Normal
5:30 PM1h30
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
7:00 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)
$71One-way
0 transfers
Normal
10:30 PM1h30
Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
12:00 AMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)
$71One-way
0 transfers
Normal
7:20 PM1h25
Málaga, Puerto Málaga
8:45 PMNerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)
$71One-way
0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Málaga to Nerja

Spain

Buses from Málaga to Nerja run on average 47 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 47 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (48 km) distance in 45m.

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

29 miles (48 km)

Average bus duration

1h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$5 (€4)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Fastest bus

45m

First bus

6:15 AM

Last bus

11:30 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Wed

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Mon

Least Busy Day

Thu

Best time to book

91 days

Price information

Málaga to Nerja Bus Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Departure days	Cheapest price
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 12:10AM	Arrival Time 12:40AM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $5
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 06:30AM	Arrival Time 08:00AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 06:35AM	Arrival Time 08:00AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 07:20AM	Arrival Time 07:50AM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $4
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 07:40AM	Arrival Time 07:50AM	Duration 0h10	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat	Cheapest price $4
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 08:00AM	Arrival Time 08:20AM	Duration 0h20	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $2
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 08:10AM	Arrival Time 08:40AM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Mon, Tue	Cheapest price $5
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 08:20AM	Arrival Time 08:40AM	Duration 0h20	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 08:30AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 08:35AM	Arrival Time 10:00AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:15AM	Arrival Time 10:40AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:20AM	Arrival Time 10:40AM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:00AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:05AM	Arrival Time 11:30AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 10:40AM	Arrival Time 10:50AM	Duration 0h10	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $3
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:45AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 10:50AM	Arrival Time 11:00AM	Duration 0h10	Departure days Thu	Cheapest price $2
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:50AM	Arrival Time 12:10PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 11:00AM	Arrival Time 11:20AM	Duration 0h20	Departure days Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:15AM	Arrival Time 12:30PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:20AM	Arrival Time 12:30PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:45AM	Arrival Time 01:10PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:50AM	Arrival Time 01:10PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 12:30PM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $5
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:05PM	Arrival Time 01:25PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:30PM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:35PM	Arrival Time 01:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:45PM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 12:50PM	Arrival Time 02:15PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 01:20PM	Arrival Time 01:50PM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Sun	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 01:30PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 01:35PM	Arrival Time 02:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 02:00PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 02:05PM	Arrival Time 03:25PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 02:20PM	Arrival Time 02:50PM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $4
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 02:30PM	Arrival Time 03:00PM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Wed	Cheapest price $5
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 02:30PM	Arrival Time 04:15PM	Duration 1h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 02:35PM	Arrival Time 03:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 03:20PM	Duration 0h20	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 03:00PM	Arrival Time 04:15PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 03:05PM	Arrival Time 04:15PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 03:30PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 03:35PM	Arrival Time 04:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 04:00PM	Arrival Time 05:15PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 04:05PM	Arrival Time 05:15PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 05:10PM	Duration 0h40	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $5
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 04:30PM	Arrival Time 05:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 04:35PM	Arrival Time 05:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:15PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:20PM	Arrival Time 06:45PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:30PM	Arrival Time 06:20PM	Duration 0h50	Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:35PM	Arrival Time 07:00PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:45PM	Arrival Time 07:05PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 05:50PM	Arrival Time 07:05PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 06:30PM	Arrival Time 06:50PM	Duration 0h20	Departure days Sat	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 06:35PM	Arrival Time 07:55PM	Duration 1h20	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 07:00PM	Arrival Time 07:45PM	Duration 0h45	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 07:15PM	Arrival Time 08:45PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 07:20PM	Arrival Time 08:45PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 07:45PM	Arrival Time 09:15PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 07:50PM	Arrival Time 08:05PM	Duration 0h15	Departure days Mon	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 07:50PM	Arrival Time 09:15PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 08:00PM	Arrival Time 08:30PM	Duration 0h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 08:15PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 08:20PM	Arrival Time 09:30PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 08:30PM	Arrival Time 08:40PM	Duration 0h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $4
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:00PM	Arrival Time 10:30PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:05PM	Arrival Time 10:30PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:15PM	Arrival Time 10:45PM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 09:20PM	Arrival Time 10:45PM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:00PM	Arrival Time 11:15PM	Duration 1h15	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:05PM	Arrival Time 11:15PM	Duration 1h10	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:30PM	Arrival Time 12:00AM	Duration 1h30	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 10:30PM	Arrival Time 10:45PM	Duration 0h15	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $2
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 10:35PM	Arrival Time 12:00AM	Duration 1h25	Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun	Cheapest price $7
Operator BlaBlaCar	Departure Time 10:50PM	Arrival Time 11:00PM	Duration 0h10	Departure days Fri	Cheapest price $2
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:00PM	Arrival Time 01:00AM	Duration 2h00	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7
Operator Alsa	Departure Time 11:05PM	Arrival Time 01:00AM	Duration 1h55	Departure days Everyday	Cheapest price $7

Live departures

Málaga to Nerja bus times

The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Nerja buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Normal	6:35 AM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	8:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	10:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:35 AM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	10:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:15 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	10:40 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:20 AM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	10:40 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	10:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	12:10 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	10:50 AM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	12:10 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:15 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h15	12:30 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:20 AM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h10	12:30 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	1:25 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	1:25 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h10	1:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	2:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	12:50 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	2:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	2:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	3:25 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	2:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	3:25 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	2:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)	1h45	4:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h15	4:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h10	4:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	4:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	3:35 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	4:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h15	5:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h10	5:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	5:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	4:35 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	5:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	5:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	6:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	5:20 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	6:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	5:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h20	7:05 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	5:50 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h15	7:05 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	6:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h25	7:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	6:35 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h20	7:55 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	7:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	0h45	7:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	7:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	9:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	7:50 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	9:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h15	9:30 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	8:20 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h10	9:30 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	10:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	9:20 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h25	10:45 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	10:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h15	11:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	10:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h10	11:15 PM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	2h00	1:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Normal	11:05 PM Málaga, Puerto Málaga	1h55	1:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
Saturday, October 10
Normal	6:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses	1h30	8:00 AM Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja)	0 transfersDirect
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Málaga to Nerja by busMalaga to Nerja by Bus: An Easy Trip Along the Costa del Sol

By Estefanía Ojea

Estefanía OjeaContent Editor and Travel Writer

Estefanía Ojea is a content editor and travel writer who has been working in digital writing since 2011 and focusing on travel content since 2020. Based in Galicia, Spain, she enjoys exploring cities slowly and seeking out unusual places such as historic cemeteries, curious churches, and the occasional slightly macabre landmark. She is particularly fond of train travel as a way to discover new destinations across Europe.

I am not really a spelunker, but the Nerja Caves somehow managed to spark my curiosity when I saw some photos of it online. It looked like it was quite impressive, and I even heard that families with young kids could visit it quite easily, which somehow calmed me a bit about visiting the caves. So, I decided to visit the Nerja Caves on a day trip from Málaga. I took an early morning bus from Málaga to visit the Nerja Caves, and it was a very easy and affordable option because it was run by ALSA.

Andalusian courtyard in Nerja with pots

Route overview

Nerja is located around 50 kilometers east of Málaga in Costa del Sol. The two destinations can be accessed via ALSA buses that run regularly from the main bus station in Málaga, which is located next to the María Zambrano railway station. It takes around 1-1.5 hours for the buses to travel from Málaga to Nerja. This means that the service can be utilized for a visit to Nerja at short notice.

Transportation experience

I was able to catch the bus at Estación de Autobuses de Málaga, which is literally right next door to the train station at María Zambrano. This is the main bus station for long-distance buses in the city, and it’s very easy to find out where the platforms are and when the buses are leaving. Once leaving Málaga, the bus took the A7 road that runs along the coast and passes through various small towns and bits of the Mediterranean shoreline. It’s really quite a nice route, provided you can get a window seat. As I was leaving fairly early in the day, the bus was quiet and the trip was very relaxed, making for a comfortable start to the day.

Departure station

The Málaga Bus Station is also advantageously positioned near the María Zambrano railway station, so it is accessible from anywhere. Inside the station, there are ticket counters, waiting areas, and information about the departure platforms for each bus.

Arrival station

The bus drops us off at Nerja Bus Station, which is a short walk to the town center. From there, it is easy to continue on to the old town, beaches, or take a taxi or local bus to the Nerja Caves, which are just outside the town.

Schedule & frequency

There are several buses running a day between Malaga and Nerja. With multiple departures a day, it is not difficult to plan a day trip to Nerja, leaving Malaga in the morning and returning in the late afternoon or evening.

Onboard experience & services

The buses provided by ALSA for this route are normal long-distance buses that offer comfortable seats and air-conditioning. Given that the trip takes about an hour, the ride is comfortable and smooth. The passengers can just sit back and relax or look at their phones and the view of the coastline.

Ticketing advice & budget breakdown

The bus ticket for this route tends to be reasonably priced. The ticket I had to pay was around €6, and this makes this route one of the cheapest ways to get to Nerja from Málaga. Here’s roughly what my trip looked like:

Item	Cost (eur)
Ticket price	€6
Food & drinks	€3
Travel to departure station	€2
Travel from arrival station	€2
Total	€ 13

Top tips & recommendations

Take an early bus if you wish to spend the day in Nerja.
The window seats give a nice view of the Mediterranean on the way.
Buy your ticket in advance if you are traveling in the summer.
The bus station is within walking distance of the town center of Nerja.
The Nerja caves are worth a visit.

Conclusion

Traveling to Nerja by bus from Málaga is an easy and cost-effective way to get to one of the most picturesque towns on the Costa del Sol. For me, it was an easy day trip – an early morning bus, a pleasant trip along the coast, and a day to explore Nerja at last to see the caves that originally sparked my interest.

Bus providers: Alsa from Málaga to NerjaYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Nerja with Alsa for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

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Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Alsa Duration

45m

Cheapest Alsa Price

$5 (€4)

Alsa frequency

47 a day

Luggage included

One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Additional luggage

Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.

Amenities on board the bus

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Seat reservation

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.

Bikes

Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.

Pets

Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

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Recommended

Museo de Nerja

Museum covering Nerja’s history from prehistory to today, with strong interpretation of the cave discoveries and local heritage.

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Recommended

Sala de Exposición Cueva de Nerja

Exhibition area at the famous caves presenting archaeology, geology, and context that enrich a visit to the underground chambers.

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Centro de Interpretación Cueva de Nerja

Heritage interpretation space linked to cave research and prehistoric finds, complementing the main cave visit with educational material.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for the Costa del Sol. Hotels rise in summer, but tapas, casual meals, and local buses stay fairly affordable versus larger resort towns.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-12 for fast food or tapas.
Mid-range: €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €50+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee: €1.50-3 for coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes if service was good.

Buses from Malaga to Nerja

Taking the bus is a great way to make the trip from Malaga to Nerja, one of the most popular destinations on the Andalusian coast. Alsa runs a daily service between the two cities, with as many as 6 buses per hour throughout the week, and daily totals of well over 50 options. Journey times are short, ranging from 45 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes.

Which bus companies travel from Malaga to Nerja?

Only Alsa provides direct bus connections to Nerja from Malaga. The Spanish company runs buses from the city center, Malaga's port, and the city's international airport, making transfers to Nerja simple.

How long is the bus from Malaga to Nerja?

Buses generally reach Nerja from Malaga fairly quickly. The fastest services will get there in as little as 45 minutes, while the longest journeys take 1 hour 50 minutes (usually from the airport).

How many buses are there from Malaga to Nerja?

Travelers heading from Malaga to Nerja won't lack options. At least 6 buses leave Malaga every hour from 7:00 a.m. onwards, and there are over 50 direct services every day of the week.

What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Malaga to Nerja?

Departure Bus Station: Buses could leave for Nerja from Malaga's Estacion de Autobuses, Aeropuerto Malaga, or Puerto Malaga (the sea port). The main bus station is the most central departure point, and can be found on Paseo de Los Tilos, around 200 meters from Maria Zambrano railway station. Buses from Aeropuerto Malaga are ideal for arrivals by air, as well as those coming from south of the city. The Alsa stop at Puerto Malaga is situated next to the sea on Av. de Manual Agustin Herida and will suit arrivals on cruises or ferries.

Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Malaga will arrive at Nerja's Estacion de Autobuses (also called Cuevas on some listings). The main bus station can be found on Calle Antonio Jimenez, north of the city center, and around 1 mile away from the seafront. Taxis to hotels in the center of town should take 5-10 minutes, and it's a 20 minute walk to the beach. Transfer buses from the bus station can also transport visitors to Nerja Caves, or onward destinations like Almunecar or Maro.

FAQs: Bus from Málaga to Nerja

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Nerja 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 Nerja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Cheap bus tickets from Málaga to Nerja can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Málaga to Nerja is $7 (€6) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Málaga to Nerja is 45m to travel the 29 miles (48 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest bus from Málaga to Nerja leaves at 6:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest bus from Málaga to Nerja leaves at 11:30 PM.

Yes, there are 47 direct buses a day from Málaga to Nerja with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

When taking a bus from Málaga to Nerja, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Nerja. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Málaga and Nerja and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.

When departing from Málaga , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, Málaga, Puerto Málaga, Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3), La Cala del Moral, Cueva del Tesoro . When arriving in Nerja , you can end your journey in bus stations like Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 0 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Nerja, N-340 (Autobus linea Frigiliana-Nerja), located 1 away from the city centre.

Yes, you can take a bus between Málaga and Nerja.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Málaga to Nerja:

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Málaga to Nerja for bus company Alsa.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Málaga to Nerja depends on the bus companies:

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- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Alsa.

Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.

Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Málaga to Nerja.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Málaga to Nerja:

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- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Málaga to Nerja:

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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Málaga to Nerja. The following conditions apply:

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- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Málaga to Nerja with the following bus company: Alsa

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Málaga to Nerja with the following bus company: Alsa.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Málaga to Nerja with the following bus company: Alsa.

Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.

In Nerja, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like beaches and popular tourist spots. Avoid unlicensed taxi services and only use official providers to prevent overcharging. Be aware of occasional street scams involving fake charity collectors or sellers. Always keep personal belongings secure and stay vigilant in busy areas to ensure a safe visit.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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