How to travel from Valencia to Málaga

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Valencia to Málaga

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Málaga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. 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 train costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $74.

Distance: 290 miles (468 km)

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$32

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$88

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$176

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5h 57m

Average total duration

5h 27m

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2h 18m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.5 - 1.2kg

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1.4 - 2.8kg

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from Valencia to Málaga

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

Our recommendation

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

  • RyanairFR 644
    10:45 PM1h20
    Valencia Airport
    12:05 AMMalaga Airport
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 644
    10:45 PM1h20
    Valencia Airport
    12:05 AMMalaga Airport
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 680
    3:10 PM1h15
    Valencia Airport
    4:25 PMMalaga Airport
    $961One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06143+AVE11202
    1:57 PM10h36
    Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    12:33 AMMálaga María Zambrano
    $831One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06163+AVE11202
    4:12 PM8h21
    Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    12:33 AMMálaga María Zambrano
    $881One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06143+AVE10172
    1:57 PM7h49
    Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla
    9:46 PMMálaga María Zambrano
    $1131One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal
    10:31 AM9h44
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    8:15 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    12:00 PM10h00
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    10:00 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    8:01 AM13h00
    Valencia, Estació d'autobusos
    9:01 PMMalaga, Estación de Autobuses
    $1041One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX4064 · UX5031
    12:35 PM10h30
    Valencia Airport
    11:05 PMMalaga Airport
    $2111One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX4060 · UX5049
    8:35 PM21h35
    Valencia Airport
    6:10 PMMalaga Airport
    $2221One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB2383
    8:20 AM1h40
    Valencia Airport
    10:00 AMMalaga Airport
    $4271One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Valencia to Málaga

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Valencia to Málaga, 71,97% 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 Valencia to Málaga 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 Valencia to Málaga

Travel to Málaga 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 Valencia to Málaga.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Valencia and Málaga including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Valencia to Málaga is a train with an average price of $9 (€7).

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

A train is $45 (€36) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Málaga costing on average $54 (€43).

A train is $65 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Málaga costing on average $74 (€59).

The fastest way to travel from Valencia to Málaga is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.

Other travel options to Málaga take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 51m.

Bus takes on average 9h 44m.

The distance from Valencia to Málaga is approximately 290 miles (468 km).
The average frequency per day from Valencia to Málaga is:
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

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