Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | Cheapest | |||||
 | Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Estación María Zambrano | Fastest | |||||
| Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | No tags | |||||
| Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Estación María Zambrano | No tags | |||||
 | Atocha | Málaga María Zambrano Train Station | No tags | |||||
 | Estación Sur | El Palo, Playas del Palo | No tags | |||||
Interbus + Avanza - Portillo | Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses | Malaga Airport (AGP) | No tags | |||||
| Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses | Estación de Malaga (Centro) | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Málaga
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Málaga. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just ₹1,036, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Madrid and Málaga
Stops in Madrid
- A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain - B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain - C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain - E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
Stops in Málaga
- A
Estación María Zambrano
EXPLANADA DE LA ESTACION S/N, s/n, 29002 Málaga, Spain - B
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain - C
Malaga
Av. de la Aurora, 9, 29002 Málaga, Spain - E
Puerto
Avenida de Manuel Agustín Heredia, 2, 29001 Málaga, Spain - F
Hospital Civil
Calle Blas de Lezo, 23, 29011 Málaga, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madrid to Málaga by bus or train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is a ticket from Madrid to Málaga?
The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Málaga start from ₹1,036. The average price for this route is around ₹4,613. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Madrid to Málaga?
The average trip duration from Madrid to Málaga is 6h 12m, covering a distance of 258 miles (416 km). The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 39m and is operated by Renfe.
Which companies service the Madrid to Málaga route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 18 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, Interbus Madrid, Bus Almeria Madrid BAM, FlixBus, Interbus, Renfe, Iryo.
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Málaga?
The earliest trip departs from Madrid to Málaga at 1:30am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Málaga?
A trip from Madrid to Málaga generates an estimated 10.395037499999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best company from Madrid to Málaga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 417 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Málaga?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the company Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which company has the most timely service from Madrid to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Málaga?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses and trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Málaga was searched and found on Jul 20, 2026 with a price of ₹1,473To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Madrid to Málaga, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ₹1,473 to ₹19,369 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to Málaga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₹1,473 which is on 2026-07-20.
Usually Renfe 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.
