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Compare train and bus for Albacete to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, while a bus costs an average of $40.
Distance: 210 miles (338 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Albacete to Málaga
Compare the available ways to get from Albacete to Málaga, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Albacete to Málaga:
A train is $13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Albacete to Málaga costing on average $40.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
Tickets start at around $27 compared to roughly $86 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $60. The journey takes 6h 16m versus 5h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Albacete to Málaga
How to get from Albacete to Málaga by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Albacete to Málaga is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal · Normal1:35 AM 9h25 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 11:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $63 1 One-way 1 transfer
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Normal · Normal1:35 AM 9h25 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 11:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $63 1 One-way 1 transfer
Fastest
Normal · Normal1:35 AM 9h25 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 11:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $63 1 One-way 1 transfer
Other options
Normal · Normal · Normal11:20 AM 10h25 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 9:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $67 1 One-way 2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal11:20 AM 11h10 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 10:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $67 1 One-way 2 transfers
Normal · Normal · Normal11:20 AM 11h10 Albacete, Estación de Autobuses 10:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses $67 1 One-way 2 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Albacete to Málaga:
A train is $13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Albacete to Málaga costing on average $40.
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 59m.
- Around 8 buses per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Albacete and Málaga as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Albacete-Los Llanos and arrive in Málaga María Zambrano.
- Buses mostly depart from Albacete, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe MD, AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO to go to Málaga by train.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Málaga by bus.
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