Bus from Barcelona to Málaga: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Málaga on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
    		Estación de Malaga (Centro)CheapestFastest
    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
          ALSABus
            		Estació del Nord de Barcelona
            		Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

            Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:28 PM CET.

            Compare 3 ways to go from Barcelona to Málaga

            We recommend taking the train

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Málaga. The journey takes about 6 hours 24 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            3train per day
            6h 24mAverage Duration
            477 milesDistance
            18kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average Price$104 - $396Average Duration17h 45m
            19kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average Price$44 - $284Average Duration6h 24m
            18kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            		Average Price$44 - $119Average Duration10h 50m
            32kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about traveling from Barcelona to Málaga by bus

            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 the bus ticket from Barcelona to Málaga?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Barcelona to Málaga start from $104. The average price for this route is around $138. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

              The average bus trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 483 miles (779 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h and is operated by ALSA.

            3. Which bus companies service the Barcelona to Málaga route?

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

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

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

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

              A bus trip from Barcelona to Málaga generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

            6. What is the best bus company from Barcelona to Málaga?

              According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 60868 reviews.

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

              Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.

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

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

              According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            12/05
            $316
            12/06
            $131
            Today
            $129
            12/08
            $129
            12/09
            $79
            12/10
            $86
            12/11
            $79
            12/12
            $79
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 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 tickets from Barcelona to Málaga, as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from $79 to $316 for a bus 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 2025-12-09.

            Usually FlixBus 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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