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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Sants | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Barcelona Nord | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Barcelona (Airport T2C) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Barcelona Nord | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Barcelona Nord | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Málaga to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 2 minutes and with fares starting at just R 851, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Málaga and Barcelona?
Stops in Málaga
- BPaseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
- CAvenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
- DCalle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
- EAv de Jorge Silvela, 72 , 29014 Málaga, Spain
- FAv. Santiago Ramón y Cajal, 146, 29014 Málaga, Spain
Stops in Barcelona
- A
Barcelona Airport
- BCarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- CCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
- D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain - EPasseig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
- F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Barcelona by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start at R 531. The average price for this route is around R 2 224. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Málaga to Barcelona?
The average bus journey time from Málaga to Barcelona is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 773 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Málaga to Barcelona route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Málaga to Barcelona?
The earliest bus departs from Málaga to Barcelona at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Málaga to Barcelona?
A bus trip from Málaga to Barcelona produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61149 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 299To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Málaga to Barcelona as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 299 to R 4 138 for a bus ticket from Málaga to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 299, which is on 2026-02-02.
