Bus and Train from Barcelona to Málaga: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Barcelona to Málaga on 8 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)CheapestFastest
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Barcelona to Málaga

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Málaga. The journey takes about 6 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just £41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 24mAverage duration
477 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£104 - £128Average duration17h 30m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£41 - £158Average duration6h 24m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Málaga by bus or train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a ticket from Barcelona to Málaga cost?

    The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start from £41. The average price for this route is around £97. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the journey from Barcelona to Málaga?

    The average trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 478 miles. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 19m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. Which companies operate the Barcelona to Málaga route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 5 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, Renfe, Iryo.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times from Barcelona to Málaga?

    The earliest service departs from Barcelona for Málaga at 01:00. And the latest service departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Barcelona to Málaga?

    A journey from Barcelona to Málaga produces an estimated 19.26375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly way to travel and a mode of transport recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 406 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the company Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

  8. Which company offers the most punctual service from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
06/04
£97
07/04
£79
Today
£78
09/04
£78
10/04
£102
11/04
£76
12/04
£61
13/04
£77
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on 12 Apr 2026 with a price of £61

To save money and ensure you get the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Barcelona to Málaga, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between £61 and £150 for a bus or train ticket from Barcelona to Málaga based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at £61 on 2026-04-12.

Usually Iryo, ALSA will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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