How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Málaga?

The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start at PLN 196. The average price for this route is around PLN 472. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Barcelona to Málaga?

The average trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 771 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 19m and is operated by Renfe .

Which companies service 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 .

What is the earliest and latest departure time from Barcelona to Málaga?

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

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

A trip from Barcelona to Málaga generates an estimated 19.2686875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 407 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the company Iryo has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which company has the most on-time 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.

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.

Bus and Train Barcelona to Málaga from PLN 295 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Málaga on May 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:41pm	Barcelona-Sants	7h 6m	10:47pm	Estación María Zambrano	Cheapest
11:25am	Barcelona-Sants	6h 39m	6:04pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	Fastest
7:00am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	15h	10:00pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
3:41pm	Barcelona-Sants	7h 6m	10:47pm	Estación María Zambrano	No tags
11:25am	Barcelona-Sants	6h 39m	6:04pm	Málaga María Zambrano Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:13 PM CEST.

Compare 2 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 PLN 196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 24mAverage Duration

769 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PricePLN 504 - PLN 632	Average Duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average PricePLN 196 - PLN 745	Average Duration6h 24m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Málaga?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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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

4.3/561,859 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.5

Based on 14 reviews, ALSA was rated 3.5 stars for this trip. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 504, with the trip lasting on average 1049.

ALSA Barcelona Málaga recent customer reviews

The trip was horrible, there was no wifi, the outlet doesn’t work, i couldn’t turn off the air conditioner because it was broken, so i had to indure the cold all night long, i am so disappointed.

Ouijdane H.

July 30, 2018

Pay 94€ for 2h waiting cause a conflict. I want a compensation.

Francisco S.

May 1, 2018

Renfe

4.1/5993 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.0

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting its professionalism and well-organized infrastructure. Everything met their expectations, contributing to a positive travel experience overall.

RENFE AVE Barcelona Málaga recent customer reviews

Very correct service, professional demeanour, and a great service infrastructure.

Abel K.

June 9, 2024

They threw me off the train because they said I smelled!! After 2 hrs in the middle of nowhere.They told waiting police that I had no ticket..Lie.Now waiting for a train back to Barcelona.Refund expected or Lawyers involved.

Michael B.

June 4, 2024

I couldn't go because I lost my passport at Barcelona Sants

Rafique D.

December 19, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,584 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Iryo

4.5/5408 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.9

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

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

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

How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Málaga?
The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start at PLN 196. The average price for this route is around PLN 472. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Barcelona to Málaga?
The average trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 771 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 19m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service 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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Barcelona to Málaga?
The earliest trip from Barcelona to Málaga departs at 1:00am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Barcelona to Málaga?
A trip from Barcelona to Málaga generates an estimated 19.2686875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 407 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Málaga?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Iryo has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which company has the most on-time 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.
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

05-03

PLN 502

05-04

PLN 242

Today

PLN 242

05-06

PLN 353

05-07

PLN 321

05-08

PLN 295

05-09

PLN 242

05-10

PLN 295

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on May 5, 2026 with a price of PLN 242

To save money and make sure you have 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 PLN 242 and PLN 869 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 this trip at PLN 242 on 2026-05-09.

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.