How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to Barcelona?

The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start from $32. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Málaga to Barcelona?

The average bus trip duration from Málaga to Barcelona is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 479 miles (773 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by ALSA .

Which bus companies service the Málaga to Barcelona route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.

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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 61073 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Málaga to Barcelona?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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.

Bus Málaga to Barcelona from $30 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on January 13
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	8:00am	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	1d 8h	4:30pm	Barcelona Nord	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Malaga Airport (AGP)	16h 45m	7:15am	Estació del Nord de Barcelona	No tags

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on January 14
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	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

Next departures for Málaga to Barcelona on January 15
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 January 16
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	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 January 17
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 January 18
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 January 19
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	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

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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 $70, 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$32 - $426	Average Duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$70 - $265	Average Duration6h 3m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$44 - $116	Average Duration10h 40m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Málaga and Barcelona?

Stops in Málaga

A
Malaga Airport
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B
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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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
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Barcelona Airport
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C
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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D
Carrer de Numància, 165
Carrer de Numància, 165, 08029 Barcelona, Spain
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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
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Compare bus companies

ALSA

4.5/561,143 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 $137

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

3.5/512,024 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to Barcelona?
The cheapest bus tickets from Málaga to Barcelona start from $32. The average price for this route is around $139. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Málaga to Barcelona?
The average bus trip duration from Málaga to Barcelona is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 479 miles (773 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h and is operated by ALSA.
Which bus companies service the Málaga to Barcelona route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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.
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 recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 61073 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Barcelona?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company ALSA has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Málaga to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is ALSA, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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

01/11

$130

01/12

$130

Today

$129

01/14

$129

01/15

$86

01/16

$86

01/17

$79

01/18

$79

The cheapest trip from Málaga to Barcelona was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $79

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 $79 to $228 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 $79 which is on 2026-01-17.

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.