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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Malaga Airport (AGP) | Estació del Nord de Barcelona | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go 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 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Málaga and Barcelona?
Stops in Málaga
- AEXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain
- BPaseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain - EAvenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
- FCalle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Barcelona 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 Málaga to Barcelona?
The cheapest tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start at $121. The average price for this route is around $180. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Málaga to Barcelona?
The average trip duration from Málaga to Barcelona is 11h 6m, covering a distance of 771 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 2m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Málaga to Barcelona route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Málaga to Barcelona?
The earliest trip from Málaga to Barcelona departs at 1:00am. And the latest trip departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Málaga to Barcelona?
A trip from Málaga to Barcelona generates an estimated 19.26375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Málaga to Barcelona?
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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Barcelona?
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 Málaga to Barcelona?
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 Málaga to Barcelona?
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.
The cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on Apr 18, 2026 with a price of $112To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Málaga to Barcelona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between $112 and $269 for a bus or train ticket from Málaga to Barcelona based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $112 on 2026-04-18.
Usually Iryo 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.
