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Compare bus for Motril to Málaga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Motril to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 49 miles (80 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$14 Average price Cheapest | $19 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $14 (€12) compared to roughly $19 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€4). The journey takes 2h 17m versus 1h 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 Motril to Málaga
How to get from Motril to Málaga by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Motril to Málaga is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Normal8:30 PM1h45Motril, Estación de Autobuses10:15 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$141One-way0 transfers
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Normal8:30 PM1h45Motril, Estación de Autobuses10:15 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$141One-way0 transfers
Fastest
Normal8:30 PM1h45Motril, Estación de Autobuses10:15 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$141One-way0 transfers
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Normal1:45 PM2h00Motril, Estación de Autobuses3:45 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses$141One-way0 transfers
Normal9:00 PM2h10Motril, Estación de Autobuses11:10 PMMálaga, Puerto Málaga$141One-way0 transfers
Normal4:00 PM2h15Motril, Estación de Autobuses6:15 PMMálaga, Puerto Málaga$141One-way0 transfers
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- Around 14 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Motril and Málaga as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Motril, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Málaga, Puerto Málaga.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Málaga by bus.
- 14 direct buses per day with Alsa.
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