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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Malaga Airport to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€110
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
777 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Malaga Airport to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Malaga Airport to Barcelona will cost around €110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 3 buses that leave Malaga Airport for Barcelona on Fri, May 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 01 the direct buses cover the 777 km distance in an average of 16 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 01 the slowest buses will take 21 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:00 PM11h30Malaga Airport1:30 AMBarcelona€551One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal2:30 PM16h45Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)7:15 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1261One-way1 transfer- Normal · Normal · Normal4:45 PM21h30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)2:15 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1491One-way2 transfers
- 2:00 PM11h30Malaga Airport1:30 AMBarcelona€551One-way0 transfers
- Normal · Normal2:30 PM16h45Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)7:15 AMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1261One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal · Normal4:45 PM21h30Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)2:15 PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord€1491One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Malaga Airport to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Malaga Airport to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €87, and a bus costs an average of €108.
Distance: 777 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€114 Average price | €98 Average price | €90 Average price Cheapest |
14h 8m Average total duration 13h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Malaga Airport to Barcelona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Malaga Airport to Barcelona buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 16h45 | 7:15 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal · Normal | 4:45 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 21h30 | 2:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Malaga Airport to Barcelona
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Buses from Malaga Airport to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €108 but you can travel from only €33 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 13:30, the last at 20:30. The fastest bus covers the 777 km distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 777 km |
Average bus duration 13h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €108 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 1:30 PM |
Last bus 8:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, Alsa, EMT Málaga from Malaga Airport to BarcelonaYou can travel by bus between Malaga Airport to Barcelona with BlaBlaCar, Alsa, EMT Málaga for as low as €33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Malaga Airport to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Malaga Airport to Barcelona by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Malaga Airport to Barcelona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Spot (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 78, 109 Metro: L3, L5 Train: R1, R2, R3
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