How much is a ticket from Tarragona to Málaga?

The cheapest tickets from Tarragona to Málaga start at R 1 398. The average price for this route is around R 2 201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the journey from Tarragona to Málaga?

The average trip duration from Tarragona to Málaga is 10h 54m, covering a distance of 698 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 5h 46m and is operated by Renfe .

Which companies operate the Tarragona to Málaga route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 3 trips available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus , Renfe .

What are the earliest and latest departure times from Tarragona to Málaga?

The earliest trip from Tarragona to Málaga departs at 02:25. The latest trip departs at 21:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Tarragona to Málaga?

A trip from Tarragona to Málaga generates an estimated 17.4271375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best company from Tarragona to Málaga?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61661 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tarragona to Málaga?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

Which company has the most punctual service from Tarragona to Málaga?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Tarragona to Málaga?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus and Train Tarragona to Málaga from R 1 942 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tarragona to Málaga on 14 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	05:00	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Cheapest
Bus	18:30	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	14h	08:30	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Fastest
Bus	20:30	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
Bus	21:25	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	23h 36m	21:01	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 11:09 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tarragona 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 5 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 398, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

5h 49mAverage duration

701 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 069 - R 2 581	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 398 - R 2 983	Average duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tarragona and Málaga?

Stops in Tarragona

A
Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Calle Pere Martell 1, 43001, Tarragona
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B
Av. de Roma
Av. de Roma, 2, 43005 Tarragona, Spain
C
Carr. Reus
Carr. Reus, 63, 43006 Tarragona, Spain
D
Plaça dels Carros
Plaça dels Carros, 7, 43004 Tarragona, Spain
E
Plaza Imperial Tarraco
Carrer Marquès de Montoliu, 2A, 43002 Tarragona, Spain
F
Carrer Francolí
Carrer Francolí, 20, 43006 Tarragona, Spain

Stops in Málaga

A
Estación María Zambrano
EXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain
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B
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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C
Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain
D
Malaga Airport
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E
Puerto
Avenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
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F
Hospital Civil
Calle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
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Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/561 697 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.5

Renfe

4.1/5977 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.0

FlixBus

3.5/512 467 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, Avanza, Sindbad, Itabus

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

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

How much is a ticket from Tarragona to Málaga?
The cheapest tickets from Tarragona to Málaga start at R 1 398. The average price for this route is around R 2 201. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the journey from Tarragona to Málaga?
The average trip duration from Tarragona to Málaga is 10h 54m, covering a distance of 698 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 5h 46m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies operate the Tarragona to Málaga route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 3 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, Renfe.
What are the earliest and latest departure times from Tarragona to Málaga?
The earliest trip from Tarragona to Málaga departs at 02:25. The latest trip departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the journey from Tarragona to Málaga?
A trip from Tarragona to Málaga generates an estimated 17.4271375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 61661 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tarragona to Málaga?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has the most punctual service from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

12/04

R 2 459

13/04

R 2 034

Today

R 2 029

15/04

R 2 013

16/04

R 2 001

17/04

R 1 998

18/04

R 2 002

19/04

R 2 008

The cheapest trip from Tarragona to Málaga was searched and found on 17 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 998

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

You can expect to pay between R 1 998 and R 2 459 for a bus or train ticket from Tarragona to Málaga based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for the trip at R 1 998 which is on 2026-04-17.