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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
$55
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
8h 50m
Average duration
12h 32m
Buses per day
3
Distance
548 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Valladolid to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $80. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $80, and a flight costs an average of $111.
Distance: 341 miles (549 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $338 Average price | $139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Valladolid to Málaga:
A bus is $247 (€202) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valladolid to Málaga costing on average $338 (€278).
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 17m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€75) compared to roughly $139 (€114) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€39). The journey takes 7h 55m versus 7h 32m 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 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 Alsa | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 05:54PM | Duration 13h24 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 12:39PM | Duration 7h09 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:44PM | Duration 7h44 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:46PM | Duration 12h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:54PM | Duration 9h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 05:54PM | Duration 8h24 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:07PM | Duration 8h07 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:07PM | Duration 7h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:44PM | Duration 11h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 11:44PM | Duration 9h14 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 11:44PM | Duration 8h14 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:44PM | Duration 7h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Valladolid to Málaga buses for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 18h45 | 8:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
Normal+ 06078 | 12:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h55 | 10:25 AM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06108 | 12:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 12h09 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 4:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 13h24 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 4:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 10h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06108 | 4:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 8h09 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06108 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 7h09 | 12:39 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 9h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06168 | 5:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 14h16 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 7:00 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 7h44 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 7:00 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 7h44 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06168 | 7:00 AM Valladolid, Aeropuerto de Valladolid (Salidas) | 12h46 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 10h24 | 5:54 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06168 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 12h16 | 7:46 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06118 | 7:30 AM Valladolid, Estación de Autobuses | 7h14 | 2:44 PM Málaga María Zambrano | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Valladolid to Málaga run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€66) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 341 miles (549 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 341 miles (549 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€66) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
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.
Official public transport app
Estación de Autobuses -> Alameda Principal, Málaga
The trip in the buses Valladolid Málaga is programmed in 3 stages. The first one goes from Valladolid to Madrid Moncloa, and the departures take place every 2 hours. The second one is made by means of a subway between Madrid Moncloa and the South bus station, and the third one runs between Méndez Álvaro and Málaga, in buses that offer departures every 1 or 2 hours.
Several companies are involved in Valladolid Málaga bus trips. The main ones are ALSA, which operates the routes between Valladolid and Madrid Moncloa, and Interbus, which travels from Mendez Álvaro to Málaga. This last stretch is also operated by Socibus, as it is included in its route Irún - Algeciras.
.The total journey time of the Valladolid Málaga buses is 10 hours and 15 minutes, including the time of intermediate stops. The journey between Valladolid and Madrid Moncloa takes 2 hours and 15 minutes, the journey from Madrid Moncloa to Sur station takes about 30 minutes, and the journey from Mendez Álvaro to Málaga needs 6 or 7 hours more to be completed.
From Valladolid to Madrid Moncloa there are between 8 and 10 buses a day, and then it is possible to continue to the South station on metro line 6. From Estación Sur to Málaga there are between 9 and 11 bus departures every day. There can also be 1 daily departure from Barajas airport to Malaga.
Valladolid Station: located 2 kilometers from the urban center, this station houses cafeterias, restaurants, sale of food products and press. In addition, there is the office of the Junta de Castilla y León, which provides the service of selling season tickets for the Metropolitan Transport of Valladolid.
Malaga bus station: is less than 1 kilometre from the old town. Its facilities include a cafeteria-bar, various shops, press, logistics companies, travel agencies, a youth centre and a 24/7 taxi rank.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valladolid 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 Valladolid to Málaga buses use the Valladolid, 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 Valladolid and Málaga 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.
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