4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Málaga to Tarragona
Cheapest price
€101
Average price
€101
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
14 h 18 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
692 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Málaga to Tarragona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Tarragona will cost around €101 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
Of the 4 buses that leave Málaga for Tarragona on Fri, Jun 26, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct buses cover the 692 km distance in an average of 14 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest buses will take 15 h 20 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.
Normal9:30 PM13h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses11:00 AMTarragona€1011One-way0 transfers- Normal1:00 AM15h20Malaga, Estación de Autobuses4:20 PMTarragona€1011One-way0 transfers
- Normal · Normal3:00 PM14h40Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:40 AMTarragona€1011One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal4:00 PM13h40Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:40 AMTarragona€1011One-way1 transfer
- Normal9:30 PM13h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses11:00 AMTarragona€1011One-way0 transfers
- Normal · Normal4:00 PM13h40Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:40 AMTarragona€1011One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal3:00 PM14h40Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:40 AMTarragona€1011One-way1 transfer
- Normal1:00 AM15h20Malaga, Estación de Autobuses4:20 PMTarragona€1011One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Málaga to Tarragona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Tarragona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 692 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€105 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest | €123 Average price |
21h 8m Average total duration 20h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 59m Average total duration 5h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Málaga to Tarragona bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Tarragona buses for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 14h40 | 5:40 AM Tarragona | 1 transfer | |
| Normal | 9:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 13h30 | 11:00 AM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 26 | |||||
| Normal | 1:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 15h20 | 4:20 PM Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Málaga to Tarragona
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Buses from Málaga to Tarragona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €98 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 692 km distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 692 km |
Average bus duration 20h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €98 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 30m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Málaga to TarragonaYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Tarragona with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Málaga to Tarragona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Tarragona 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 Tarragona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Málaga to Tarragona
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- 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: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2
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