What is the travel distance from Portimão to Málaga?

The distance separating Portimão and Málaga is 229 miles (370 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portimão to Málaga?

The majority of buses traveling from Portimão to Málaga start their journey at Portimao Paragem Av Guanare -Junto LG Dique and wind up at Estación de Malaga (Centro). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Málaga?

Once in Málaga, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Centre Pompidou Malaga, The Cathedral, Puerto de Malaga, Russian Museum - Coleccion del Museo Ruso and Museum of Glass and Crystal.

Bus Portimão to Málaga from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portimão to Málaga on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Rodoviária Portimao	8h 15m	5:45pm	Estación de autobuses de Málaga	CheapestFastest
Bus	8:30am	Rodoviária Portimao	9h 45m	7:15pm	Estación de autobuses de Málaga	No tags
Bus	11:00am	Rodoviária Portimao	9h 15m	9:15pm	Estación de autobuses de Málaga	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portimão to Málaga

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Málaga. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

229 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $97	Average Duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$37 - $43	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portimão and Málaga?

Stops in Portimão

A
Portimao Paragem Av Guanare -Junto LG Dique
Av. Guanaré E, 8500-607 Portimão, Portugal
B
Av. São Lourenço da Barrosa
Av. São Lourenço da Barrosa, 8500 Portimão, Portugal
C
Portimao
Largo do Dique 16, 8500-802 Portimão, Portugal

Stops in Málaga

A
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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B
Malaga Airport
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C
Puerto
Avenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
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D
Hospital Civil
Calle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
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E
Rosaleda
Av de Jorge Silvela, 72 , 29014 Málaga, Spain
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F
Conservatorio Musica
Av. Santiago Ramón y Cajal, 146, 29014 Málaga, Spain
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Compare bus companies

Rede Expressos

4/523,967 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

FlixBus

3.5/511,422 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Rede Expressos

4/53,772 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Portimão to Málaga by bus

What is the travel distance from Portimão to Málaga?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Portimão to Málaga?
What are the best sights and things to do in Málaga?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$42

11/23

$49

Today

$46

11/25

$49

11/26

$42

11/27

$42

11/28

$60

11/29

$54

The cheapest trip from Portimão to Málaga was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $60 for a bus ticket from Portimão to Málaga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-11-26.