Bus from Tarragona to Málaga: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Tarragona to Málaga on December 1
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ALSABus
    Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
    Estación de Malaga (Centro)Cheapest
    ALSABus
      Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
      Estación de Malaga (Centro)Fastest
      ALSABus
        Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
        Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
        ALSABus
          Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
          Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags
          ALSABus
            Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
            Estación de Malaga (Centro)No tags

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            Compare 3 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 5 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2train per day
            5h 49mAverage Duration
            694 kmDistance
            17kgCO₂ emissions
            Average Price$177 - $520Average Duration16h
            17kg CO₂e
            Average Price$184 - $363Average Duration5h 49m
            17kg CO₂e
            Carpool
            Average Price$63 - $147Average Duration9h 30m
            29kg CO₂e

            Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tarragona 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 Tarragona to Málaga?

              The cheapest bus tickets from Tarragona to Málaga start from $177. The average price for this route is around $179. 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 Tarragona to Málaga?

              The average bus travel time from Tarragona to Málaga is 16h, covering a distance of 694 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by ALSA.

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

              Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.

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

              The earliest bus departs from Tarragona to Málaga at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

              A bus trip from Tarragona to Málaga 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 Tarragona 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 60787 reviews.

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

              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 Tarragona to Málaga?

              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 Tarragona 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
            11-27
            $202
            11-28
            $167
            Today
            $167
            11-30
            $168
            12-01
            $167
            12-02
            $166
            12-03
            $167
            12-04
            $167
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tarragona to Málaga was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $166

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

            You can expect to pay from $166 to $356 for a bus ticket from Tarragona to Málaga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-02.

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