Bus from Málaga to Tarragona: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Málaga to Tarragona on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
ALSABus
    Estación de Malaga (Centro)
    Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaCheapest
    ALSABus
      Estación de Malaga (Centro)
      Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaFastest
      ALSABus
        Estación de Malaga (Centro)
        Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaNo tags
        ALSABus
          Estación de Malaga (Centro)
          Estación de Autobuses de TarragonaNo tags

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          Compare 3 ways to go from Málaga to Tarragona

          We recommend taking the train

          Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Tarragona. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          3train per day
          5h 30mAverage Duration
          701 kmDistance
          17kgCO₂ emissions
          Average Price$163 - $449Average Duration14h 40m
          17kg CO₂e
          Average Price$155 - $340Average Duration5h 30m
          17kg CO₂e
          Carpool
          Average Price$73 - $156Average Duration9h 30m
          29kg CO₂e

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Málaga to Tarragona 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 Tarragona?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to Tarragona start from $163. The average price for this route is around $180. 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 Tarragona?

            The average bus travel time from Málaga to Tarragona is 14h 40m, covering a distance of 694 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by ALSA.

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

            Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

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

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

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

            A bus trip from Málaga to Tarragona generates an estimated 17 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 Tarragona?

            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 61073 reviews.

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

            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 Tarragona?

            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 Tarragona?

            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
          01-13
          $158
          01-14
          $167
          Today
          $167
          01-16
          $167
          01-17
          $167
          01-18
          $167
          01-19
          $167
          01-20
          $166
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Málaga to Tarragona was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $158

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

          You can expect to pay from $158 to $220 for a bus ticket from Málaga to Tarragona based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2026-01-20.

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