What is the distance between Málaga and Barcelona?

The distance between the two cities is 478 miles (770 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Málaga to Barcelona?

If you're headed to Barcelona from Málaga, chances are that your bus will depart from Estación de Malaga (Centro) and arrive at Barcelona Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Barcelona?

Once in Barcelona, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Parc de L'Espanya Industrial, Picasso Museum, Casa Mila, National Art Museum of Catalonia and Serra de Collserola Natural Park.

Bus Málaga to Barcelona from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	2:15pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 30m	5:45am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Malaga Airport (AGP)	16h 45m	7:15am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	3:00pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 45m	6:45am	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	1d 10h	6:00pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 30m	5:45am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 30m	5:45am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	2d 1h	9:15am	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	14h 45m	6:45am	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 30m	5:45am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h	12:30pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	2d 1h	9:15am	Barcelona (Airport T2C)	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	14h 45m	6:45am	Aeropuerto / Airport (BCN) T1	Fastest
Bus	1:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 55m	5:55pm	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	16h 30m	12:30am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags
Bus	2:15pm	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	15h 30m	5:45am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No 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 the good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 6 hours 3 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

6h 3mAverage Duration

477 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $416	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$44 - $285	Average Duration6h 3m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $123	Average Duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Málaga and Barcelona?

Stops in Málaga

A
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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B
Malaga Airport
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C
Puerto
Avenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain
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D
Hospital Civil
Calle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
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E
Rosaleda
Av de Jorge Silvela, 72 , 29014 Málaga, Spain
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F
Conservatorio Musica
Av. Santiago Ramón y Cajal, 146, 29014 Málaga, Spain
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Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Airport
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B
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
E
Barcelona Passeig de Gràcia
Passeig de Gràcia, 36, 08007 Barcelona, Spain
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F
Zona Universitaria
Avinguda Diagonal, 712, 08034 Barcelona, Spain

Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/560,818 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.5

According to 12 reviews, ALSA received a 3.3-star rating for this journey. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the power outlets. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at $136

ALSA Málaga Barcelona recent customer reviews

ALSA is a great company. This is my first time to try it. I promise I will use it again.

Safia F. M. A.

November 26, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,420 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

ES bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Málaga to Barcelona by bus

What is the distance between Málaga and Barcelona?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Málaga to Barcelona?
What are the best sights and things to do in Barcelona?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/22

$128

11/23

$130

Today

$128

11/25

$128

11/26

$78

11/27

$78

11/28

$78

11/29

$78

The cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $78

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 $78 to $175 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 $78 which is on 2025-11-26.

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.