Bus from Málaga to Barcelona: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    		Estación de Malaga (Centro)
    		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaCheapest
    ALSABus
      		Estación de Malaga (Centro)
      		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaFastest
      ALSABus
        		Estación de Malaga (Centro)
        		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags
        FlixbusBus
        		Estación de Malaga (Centro)
        		 Barcelona (Airport T2C)No tags
        ALSABus
          		Estación de Malaga (Centro)
          		Estació del Nord de BarcelonaNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to go from Málaga to Barcelona

          We recommend taking the train

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          3train per day
          6h 3mAverage Duration
          769 kmDistance
          18kgCO₂ emissions
          Bus
          		Average Price$142 - $595Average Duration16h 30m
          19kg CO₂e
          Train
          		Average Price$62 - $406Average Duration6h 3m
          18kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          		Average Price$64 - $171Average Duration10h 50m
          32kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Barcelona 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 Málaga to Barcelona?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start from $142. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Málaga to Barcelona?

            The average bus travel time from Málaga to Barcelona is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 773 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 45m and is operated by ALSA.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Málaga to Barcelona?

            The earliest bus departs from Málaga to Barcelona at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

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

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

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

            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 60787 reviews.

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

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

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Málaga to Barcelona?

            According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Málaga to Barcelona?

            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
          11-26
          $185
          11-27
          $185
          Today
          $185
          11-29
          $185
          11-30
          $123
          12-01
          $185
          12-02
          $113
          12-03
          $113
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $113

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

          You can expect to pay from $113 to $277 for a bus ticket from Málaga to Barcelona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $113 which is on 2025-12-02.

          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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