Bus from Barcelona to Málaga: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Málaga on December 1
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
      FlixbusBus
      		Sants
      		Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
      ALSABus
        		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
        		Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Sants
        		Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:01 PM CET.

        Compare 3 ways to go 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 $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        3train per day
        6h 24mAverage Duration
        769 kmDistance
        18kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$149 - $560Average Duration17h 45m
        19kg CO₂e
        Train
        		Average Price$62 - $407Average Duration6h 24m
        18kg CO₂e
        Carpool
        		Average Price$63 - $173Average Duration10h 40m
        32kg CO₂e

        Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Málaga by bus

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from Barcelona to Málaga?

          The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start from $149. The average price for this route is around $197. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Barcelona to Málaga?

          The average bus travel time from Barcelona to Málaga is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 769 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 15h and is operated by ALSA.

        3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Málaga route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

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

          The earliest bus departs from Barcelona to Málaga at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

          A bus trip from Barcelona to Málaga generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

        6. What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Málaga?

          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 60787 reviews.

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

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

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Barcelona to Málaga?

          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.

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

          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.

        Best price found
        11-28
        $187
        11-29
        $187
        Today
        $184
        12-01
        $184
        12-02
        $113
        12-03
        $113
        12-04
        $113
        12-05
        $184
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $113

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

        You can expect to pay from $113 to $456 for a bus ticket from Barcelona to Málaga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-02.

        Usually FlixBus 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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