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Compare train, bus, and flight for Málaga to Almeria
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Almeria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $24 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 46m. 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 train costs an average of $24, while a flight costs an average of $234.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$28 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price | $41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 20m 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.
Compare ways to travel from Málaga to Almeria
Compare the available ways to get from Málaga to Almeria, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Almeria:
A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $28.
A train is $210 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $234.
Other travel options to Almeria take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Flight takes on average 5h 8m.
Tickets start at around $28 compared to roughly $41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14. The journey takes 3h 16m versus 2h 20m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Málaga to Almeria
How to get from Málaga to Almeria by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Málaga to Almeria is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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9:00 AM 2h45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 11:45 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
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9:00 AM 2h45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 11:45 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
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9:00 AM 2h45 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 11:45 AM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
08815+139409:20 AM 4h19 Málaga María Zambrano 1:39 PM Almería $53 1 One-way 1 transfer- 08855+13946
8:20 PM 4h32 Málaga María Zambrano 12:52 AM Almería $53 1 One-way 1 transfer - 08835+13946
4:38 PM 8h14 Málaga María Zambrano 12:52 AM Almería $53 1 One-way 1 transfer
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3:00 PM 3h00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 6:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
7:00 PM 3h15 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 10:15 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers - Normal
2:30 PM 3h30 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) 6:00 PM Almería, Estación de Autobuses $28 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Almeria:
A train is $4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $28.
A train is $210 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $234.
Other travel options to Almeria take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 44m.
Flight takes on average 5h 8m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 6 buses per day.
- Around 3 flights per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Almeria as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
- Flights mostly depart from Malaga Airport and arrive in Almeria International Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Málaga María Zambrano and arrive in Almería.
- Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Almería, Estación de Autobuses.
- Travel with Vueling to go to Almeria by flight.
- Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA to go to Almeria by train.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Almeria by bus.
- 6 direct buses per day with Alsa.
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