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Today7 Aug
from US$28
Tomorrow8 Aug
from US$28
Sat9 Aug
from US$28
Sun10 Aug
from US$28
Mon11 Aug
from US$28
Tue12 Aug
from US$28
Wed13 Aug
from US$28
Thu14 Aug
from US$28

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Málaga
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Malaga (Centro), Paseo de los Tilos
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: InterbusInterbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Málaga
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Malaga (Centro), Paseo de los Tilos
    Arrival time: 8 August at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: InterbusInterbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Málaga
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Malaga (Centro), Paseo de los Tilos
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 8 August at
    Departure city: Málaga
    Departure location: Estación de Autobuses de Malaga (Centro), Paseo de los Tilos
    Arrival time: 9 August at
    Destination city: Madrid
    Destination location: Estación Sur
    Operated by: InterbusInterbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Málaga to Madrid

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$108Average duration6h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$22 - US$199Average duration2h 49m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$78Average duration5h 40m
18kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Málaga to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15train per day
2h 49mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Málaga to Madrid: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$28
Average bus trip duration6h 45m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure11:15
Distance258 miles
Latest bus departure23:45

Málaga to Madrid Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Málaga to Madrid.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Málaga to Madrid.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Madrid from Málaga, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Málaga - Madrid

  1. How far is Madrid from Málaga by coach?

    The distance between Málaga and Madrid by coach is approximately 259 miles (417 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Madrid from Málaga without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05/08
US$23
06/08
US$23
Today
US$23
08/08
US$23
09/08
US$23
10/08
US$23
11/08
US$23
12/08
US$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Málaga to Madrid was searched and found on 5 Aug 2025 with a price of US$23

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

You can expect to pay from US$23 to US$107 for a bus ticket from Málaga to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$23, which is on 2025-08-08.

Usually Flixbus (ES) 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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Bus Travel Tips

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Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Málaga to Madrid.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Málaga to Madrid?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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