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Compare bus for Málaga to Ardales
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Ardales among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €7 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 33m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, while a bus costs an average of €7.
Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€7 Average price Cheapest | €10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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Tickets start at around €7 compared to roughly €10 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €4. The journey takes 1h 3m versus 45m 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 Ardales
How to get from Málaga to Ardales by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Málaga to Ardales is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
BASE6:30 PM 0h50 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 7:20 PM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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BASE6:30 PM 0h50 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 7:20 PM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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BASE6:30 PM 0h50 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 7:20 PM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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BASE10:30 AM 0h50 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 11:20 AM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
BASE12:30 PM 1h00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 1:30 PM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
BASE8:30 PM 1h00 Malaga, Estación de Autobuses 9:30 PM Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan €7 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 5 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Ardales as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Ardales, Avenida Blanes / Calle Fray Juan.
- Travel with Damas to go to Ardales by bus.
- 5 direct buses per day with Damas.
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