How to travel from Málaga to Valencia

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Málaga to Valencia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a flight costs an average of $19.

Distance: 290 miles (468 km)

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Driving

$115

Average price

$89

Average price

Cheapest

$210

Average price

$118

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 49m

Average total duration

5h 19m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 21m

Average total duration

5h 51m

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30m

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6h 54m

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3h 54m

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6h 17m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 2.8kg

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Alsa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Málaga to Valencia is a bus with an average price of $89 (€72).

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

A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $115 (€93).

A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $210 (€169).

The fastest way to travel from Málaga to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Málaga and Valencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Málaga to Valencia among Omio's users.

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from Málaga to Valencia

How to get from Málaga to Valencia by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Málaga to Valencia is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • iryo06021+Ouigo Spain06612
    11:24 AM11h51
    Málaga María Zambrano
    11:15 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    $671One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • iryo06021+Ouigo Spain06612
    11:24 AM11h51
    Málaga María Zambrano
    11:15 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    $671One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB2380
    10:05 PM1h35
    Malaga Airport
    11:40 PMValencia Airport
    $7541One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06021+Renfe AVLO05214
    11:24 AM11h41
    Málaga María Zambrano
    11:05 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    $691One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06021 · 06202
    11:24 AM11h15
    Málaga María Zambrano
    10:39 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVLO02109+iryo06202
    10:32 AM12h07
    Málaga María Zambrano
    10:39 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    $731One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal
    9:30 PM9h45
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    7:15 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    2:15 PM10h00
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    12:15 AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    12:00 PM10h15
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    10:15 PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $911One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX5038 · UX4063
    9:10 PM11h00
    Malaga Airport
    8:10 AMValencia Airport
    $1651One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX5038 · UX4065
    9:10 PM19h05
    Malaga Airport
    4:15 PMValencia Airport
    $1751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX5042 · UX4063
    8:35 AM23h35
    Malaga Airport
    8:10 AMValencia Airport
    $1961One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Málaga to Valencia

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Málaga to Valencia, 60,71% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Málaga to Valencia and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Málaga to Valencia

Travel to Valencia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Málaga to Valencia.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Málaga and Valencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Málaga to Valencia is a bus with an average price of $89 (€72).

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

A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $115 (€93).

A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Valencia costing on average $210 (€169).

The fastest way to travel from Málaga to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 54m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 19m.

Bus takes on average 5h 51m.

The distance from Málaga to Valencia is approximately 290 miles (468 km).
The average frequency per day from Málaga to Valencia is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Málaga to Valencia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Malaga Airport and arrive in Valencia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Málaga María Zambrano and arrive in Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla.
  • Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Málaga to Valencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Iberia, Air Europa, Air Nostrum, Iberia Express, Eurowings to go to Valencia by flight.
  • Travel with AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, SNCF OUIGO, Ouigo Spain, Renfe INTERCITY to go to Valencia by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar to go to Valencia by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Málaga to Valencia with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Iberia, Air Nostrum.
  • 0 direct trains per day with AVE.
  • 7 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Málaga to Valencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante, Seville, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valencia and these popular destinations at a great price.
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