- Must visit
Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe
Bold science museum by Santiago Calatrava with hands-on exhibitions in a striking futuristic building. Great for architecture lovers and families alike.








Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
6h 40m
Average duration
9h 6m
Buses per day
8
Distance
469 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $18.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $113 Average price | $205 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 21m Average total duration 5h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 49m Average total duration 5h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Valencia:
A bus is $25 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $113 (€93).
A bus is $118 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $205 (€169).
Other travel options to Valencia take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 19m.
Bus takes on average 5h 51m.
You'll arrive about 26m sooner (5h 51m by bus vs 6h 17m by car) and save roughly $28 (€23) compared to fuel and tolls ($87 (€72) vs $115 (€95)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Valencia buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 10h15 | 10:15 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 10h00 | 12:15 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 11h00 | 2:00 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 11h00 | 4:30 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 9h45 | 7:15 AM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 12:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 11h30 | 7:30 PM Valencia, Estació d'autobusos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Málaga to Valencia run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€47) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Valencia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Valencia trip today.
Bold science museum by Santiago Calatrava with hands-on exhibitions in a striking futuristic building. Great for architecture lovers and families alike.
Fine arts museum with major Valencian Gothic works and paintings by Sorolla, Ribera, and Velázquez. One of Spain's top art collections outside Madrid.
Ceramics museum housed in the lavish Marqués de Dos Aguas palace. Visit for the ornate alabaster entrance and decorative arts collections.
Vast linear park in the former Turia riverbed, linking gardens, playgrounds, and major sights. Ideal for walking, cycling, and seeing daily local life.
Valencia's historic quarter packed with medieval lanes, plazas, churches, and nightlife. The best area for wandering and absorbing the city's layers.
Monumental square by the cathedral and basilica, often considered Valencia's symbolic center. A natural starting point for any old-town walk.
Valencia’s iconic rice dish with rabbit, chicken, garrofó beans and saffron. It originated in the Albufera area and is the city’s most emblematic traditional meal.
A baked rice casserole with pork, blood sausage, chickpeas and tomato. A hearty Sunday classic in Valencian homes with deep local roots.
Rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish or squid, often finished with aioli. Its dark color and intense seafood flavor make it a Valencian favorite.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant by Ricard Camarena. Modern Valencian cuisine in an elegant, contemporary setting with seasonal local produce.
Classic restaurant near Albufera known for paella and other rice dishes. Traditional atmosphere and a strong reputation for authentic Valencian cooking.
Historic central market stall famed for traditional Valencian almuerzos and sandwiches. Busy, casual and beloved by locals for authentic flavors.
Moderate for Spain: lodging varies by season, meals are good value, and public transport is affordable compared with major Western European city breaks.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Cafés: small change. Taxis: round up the fare; extra tipping is not expected.
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Valencia Estació d'autobusos -> Plaça de l'Ajuntament
The Malaga - Valencia route is covered by various companies such as ALSA, OUIBUS, Megabus or Linebus. The journey usually takes about 10 hours. It can start from Larios or from Perchel, and its duration is practically the same. The price can be around 60 or 70 euros, although you can get offers where the cost of tickets are much lower. For this interurban route, the only document required is the DNI. Children under 4 years of age may not travel alone and from 4 to 12 years, may travel provided they carry the appropriate authorization of their parents, fulfilling a number of requirements, otherwise they will not be allowed access to the bus.
The city of Levante is the capital of the Valencian Community and where political and judicial institutions, such as the Generalitat, have their headquarters. It is a coastal city that attracts thousands of visitors every year for its beaches, its Mediterranean climate and its tourist attractions such as the Cathedral, the Silk Exchange, which has been declared a World Heritage Site or the most recent City of Arts and Sciences, the work of the architect Santiago Calatrava. Valencia is also famous for its fiestas, the Fallas, which take place in March.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Málaga to Valencia buses use the Malaga, Estación de Autobuses to Valencia, Estació d'autobusos station pair. Use this guide to compare Málaga and Valencia 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.
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia, Estació d'autobusos 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 near the main entrance and inside the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
Available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia, Estació d'autobusos: Elevators, ramps.
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