Bus and Train from Barcelona to Málaga: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Málaga on April 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)Cheapest
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)Fastest
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSABus
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

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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 $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 24mAverage Duration
477 milesDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$135 - $169Average Duration17h 30m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$53 - $224Average Duration6h 24m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

  1. How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Málaga?

    The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start from $53. The average price for this route is around $125. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 11h 57m, covering a distance of 478 miles (771 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 19m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. 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.

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

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

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

    A trip from Barcelona to Málaga generates an estimated 19.26375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What 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 406 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which company has the most timely service from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/12
$120
04/13
$100
Today
$85
04/15
$101
04/16
$101
04/17
$87
04/18
$80
04/19
$79
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on Apr 19, 2026 with a price of $79

To save money and be 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 from $79 to $199 for a bus or train ticket from Barcelona to Málaga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2026-04-19.

Usually ALSA, 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.

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