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Compare train, bus, and flight for Almeria to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Almeria to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $29 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, while a flight costs an average of $298.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$29 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price | $298 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Almeria to Málaga:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Almeria to Málaga costing on average $32 (€26).
A bus is $269 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Málaga costing on average $298 (€241).
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 46m.
Flight takes on average 5h 10m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€23) compared to roughly $42 (€34) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $13 (€10). The journey takes 2h 52m versus 2h 26m 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.
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.
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How to get from Almeria to Málaga by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Almeria to Málaga is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal3:30 PM3h00Almería, Estación de Autobuses6:30 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
Normal3:30 PM3h00Almería, Estación de Autobuses6:30 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
Fastest
Normal3:30 PM3h00Almería, Estación de Autobuses6:30 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
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089357:54 AM7h05Almería2:59 PMMálaga María Zambrano$391One-way1 transfer
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089557:54 AM12h05Almería7:59 PMMálaga María Zambrano$391One-way1 transfer
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089359:06 AM5h53Almería2:59 PMMálaga María Zambrano$541One-way1 transfer
Normal6:30 PM3h45Almería, Estación de Autobuses10:15 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
Normal11:30 AM4h15Almería, Estación de Autobuses3:45 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
Normal8:00 AM4h45Almería, Estación de Autobuses12:45 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$291One-way0 transfers
VY1252 · VY21131:45 PM11h05Almeria International Airport12:50 AMMalaga Airport$5151One-way1 transfer
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This is compared to other travel options from Almeria to Málaga:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Almeria to Málaga costing on average $32 (€26).
A bus is $269 (€217) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Almeria to Málaga costing on average $298 (€241).
Other travel options to Málaga take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 46m.
Flight takes on average 5h 10m.
- Around 11 buses per day.
- Around 8 trains per day.
- Around 2 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Almeria and Málaga as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Almeria International Airport and arrive in Malaga Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Málaga María Zambrano.
- Buses mostly depart from Almería, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Malaga, Estación de Autobuses.
- Ferries mostly depart from Port of Motril and arrive in Port de Tanger Med.
- Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros to go to Málaga by train.
- Travel with Vueling to go to Málaga by flight.
- Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Málaga by bus.
- 10 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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