Next available departures

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	5:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Cheapest
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	Fastest
8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	No tags

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	5:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Cheapest
6:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	14h	8:30am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Fastest
8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
9:25pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	23h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	14h	8:30am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	CheapestFastest
2:25am	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h 5m	6:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
9:25pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	23h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
2:25am	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	18h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	5:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	Cheapest
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	Fastest
6:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	14h	8:30am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	No tags
8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	No tags

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	Cheapest
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	Fastest
1:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	5:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
4:17pm	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	6h 21m	10:38pm	Estación María Zambrano	No tags
6:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	14h	8:30am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
2:25am	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h 5m	6:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
8:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h	12:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
9:25pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	23h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags

Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on September 10
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:30pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	15h 30m	5:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	CheapestFastest
2:25am	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	16h 5m	6:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
9:25pm	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	23h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags
2:25am	Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona	18h 36m	9:01pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tarragona 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 21 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 797, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

6h 21mAverage Duration

701 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceMAD 1,225 - MAD 1,498	Average Duration16h	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceMAD 797 - MAD 1,739	Average Duration6h 21m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Tarragona and Málaga

Stops in Tarragona

A
Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Calle Pere Martell 1, 43001, Tarragona
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B
Av. de Roma
Av. de Roma, 2, 43005 Tarragona, Spain
C
Carr. Reus
Carr. Reus, 63, 43006 Tarragona, Spain
D
Plaça dels Carros
Plaça dels Carros, 7, 43004 Tarragona, Spain
E
Plaza Imperial Tarraco
Carrer Marquès de Montoliu, 2A, 43002 Tarragona, Spain
F
Carrer Francolí
Carrer Francolí, 20, 43006 Tarragona, Spain

Stops in Málaga

A
Estación María Zambrano
EXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain
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B
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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C
Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain
D
Malaga Airport
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E
Puerto
Avenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
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F
Hospital Civil
Calle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
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Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/563,590 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.5

Renfe

4.1/51,065 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.1

FlixBus

3.5/515,496 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, El Expreso de Canfranc, Sindbad, Avanza, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tarragona 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.

How much is a ticket from Tarragona to Málaga?
The cheapest tickets from Tarragona to Málaga start at MAD 797. The average price for this route is around MAD 1,365. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Tarragona to Málaga?
The average trip duration from Tarragona to Málaga is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 698 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 6h 21m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Tarragona to Málaga route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 3 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, Renfe.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Tarragona to Málaga?
The earliest trip from Tarragona to Málaga departs at 2:25am. And the latest trip departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Tarragona to Málaga?
A trip from Tarragona to Málaga generates an estimated 17.4271375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is ALSA, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 63514 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tarragona to Málaga?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company ALSA has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which company has the most on-time service from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Tarragona to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is ALSA, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

09-02

MAD 1,146

09-03

MAD 1,378

Today

MAD 1,149

09-05

MAD 1,149

09-06

MAD 1,150

09-07

MAD 1,146

09-08

MAD 1,153

09-09

MAD 1,045

The cheapest trip from Tarragona to Málaga was searched and found on Sep 9, 2026 with a price of MAD 1,045

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

You can expect to pay between MAD 1,045 and MAD 1,933 for a bus or train ticket from Tarragona to Málaga based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at MAD 1,045 on 2026-09-09.

Usually Renfe 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.