Bus and Train from Barcelona to Málaga: Tickets & Schedules

Next available departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Málaga on July 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSA
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)CheapestFastest
ALSA
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
ALSA
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:02 PM CEST.

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 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 511, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 36mAverage Duration
769 kmDistance
18kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceNOK 1,361 - NOK 1,655Average Duration17h 30m
19kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceNOK 511 - NOK 2,338Average Duration6h 36m
18kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 at NOK 511. The average price for this route is around NOK 1,211. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average trip duration from Barcelona to Málaga is 12h 3m, covering a distance of 771 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 31m and is operated by Iryo.

  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, Iryo, Renfe.

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

    The earliest trip from Barcelona to Málaga departs 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 19.268625 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which 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 419 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the company Iryo has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which company has the most on-time service from Barcelona to Málaga?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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

    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.

Best price found
07-27
NOK 789
07-28
NOK 788
Today
NOK 937
07-30
NOK 1,095
07-31
NOK 1,250
08-01
NOK 1,102
08-02
NOK 1,210
08-03
NOK 760
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Málaga was searched and found on Aug 3, 2026 with a price of NOK 760

To save money and make 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 between NOK 760 and NOK 1,854 for a bus or train ticket from Barcelona to Málaga based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at NOK 760 on 2026-08-03.

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.

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