How to travel from Alicante to Málaga

There are 3 options to travel between Alicante and Málaga including taking a bus, flight, and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Málaga is a bus with an average price of €54.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Málaga:

A bus is €72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alicante to Málaga costing on average €125.

A bus is €189 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Málaga costing on average €243.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Málaga is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Málaga take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 58m.

Bus takes on average 6h 13m.

The distance from Alicante to Málaga is approximately 242 miles (391 km).

The average frequency per day from Alicante to Málaga is:

• Around 11 flights per day.
• Around 10 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Málaga as scheduled services by bus, flight, and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Málaga:

• Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Malaga Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Alicante-Terminal and arrive in Málaga María Zambrano.
• Buses mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Málaga, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Vueling, Iberia, Iberia Express, Air Nostrum to go to Málaga by flight.
• Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Málaga by bus.
• Travel with iryo, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO to go to Málaga by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Alicante to Málaga with the following travel companies:

• 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
• 1 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe AVLO.

Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Málaga often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Seville, Granada, Barcelona, Marbella. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Málaga and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Málaga to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Málaga, you can explore the Alcazaba, a Moorish fortress with panoramic views, and visit the Picasso Museum to see a vast collection of Pablo Picasso's art. Discover the impressive Málaga Cathedral, known for its Renaissance architecture, and relax at La Malagueta Beach. Experience local cuisine at Mercado Central de Atarazanas, and don't miss the Roman Theatre and Gibralfaro Castle for stunning city vistas.

To fully experience Málaga, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its vibrant culture, historic sites like the Alcazaba and Picasso Museum, and enjoy the local cuisine and beaches.