- Must visit
Museo Ralli
International contemporary art museum with strong Latin American and European collections, set in a quiet gardened area near the coast.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
45 m
Average duration
55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manilva to Marbella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manilva to Marbella will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 buses that leave Manilva for Marbella on Wed, Aug 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct buses cover the 36 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 45 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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.






Buses from Manilva to Marbella run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 22 miles (36 km) distance in 45m.
Distance 22 miles (36 km) |
Average bus duration 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 45m |
First bus 11:45 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $3 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Avanza | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Manilva to Marbella buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NORMAL. | 11:45 AM San Luis de Sabinillas, N-340 (Centro) | 1h00 | 12:45 PM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
NORMAL. | 9:15 PM San Luis de Sabinillas, N-340 (Centro) | 0h45 | 10:00 PM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Marbella’s iconic old town square, lined with orange trees and historic buildings, perfect for atmosphere, photos, and a heritage walk.
Elegant pedestrian avenue connecting the old town and seafront, famous for Dalí sculptures, palms, and easy central strolling.
Long seafront promenade ideal for walking and cycling, linking beaches, parks, and neighborhoods with constant Mediterranean views.
A chilled tomato soup from Andalusia with olive oil, garlic and bread. A Marbella staple in hot weather, often topped with egg and jamón.
Small fried fish, often anchovies or whitebait, lightly battered and served by the sea. A classic Costa del Sol tapa tied to local fishing traditions.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Most Manilva to Marbella buses use the San Luis de Sabinillas, N-340 (Centro) to Marbella, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Manilva and Marbella bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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