How to travel from Málaga to Almeria

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Málaga to Almeria

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Almeria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $28.

Distance: 108 miles (175 km)

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$29

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$43

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3h 39m

Average total duration

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3h 9m

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30m

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4h 10m

Average total duration

3h 40m

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0.2 - 0.4kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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from Málaga to Almeria

How to get from Málaga to Almeria by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Málaga to Almeria is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AlsaNormal
    9:00 AM2h45
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    11:45 AMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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  • AlsaNormal
    9:00 AM2h45
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    11:45 AMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • AlsaNormal
    9:00 AM2h45
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    11:45 AMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers

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  • AlsaNormal
    12:45 PM4h00
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    4:45 PMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    3:00 PM3h00
    Malaga, Estación de Autobuses
    6:00 PMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    2:30 PM3h30
    Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3)
    6:00 PMAlmería, Estación de Autobuses
    $281One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vueling AirlinesVY2124 · VY1251
    8:05 AM5h35
    Malaga Airport
    1:40 PMAlmeria International Airport
    $3691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Vueling AirlinesVY2110 · VY1251
    6:30 AM7h10
    Malaga Airport
    1:40 PMAlmeria International Airport
    $3691One-way
    1 transfer
  • Vueling AirlinesVY2114 · VY1251
    9:40 AM4h00
    Malaga Airport
    1:40 PMAlmeria International Airport
    $4111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Málaga to Almeria

Travel to Almeria easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Málaga to Almeria.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Málaga and Almeria including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Málaga to Almeria is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Almeria:

A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $28 (€23).

A bus is $52 (€42) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Málaga to Almeria costing on average $71 (€58).

The fastest way to travel from Málaga to Almeria is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 45m.

Other travel options to Almeria take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 20m.

Flight takes on average 4h 30m.

The distance from Málaga to Almeria is approximately 108 miles (175 km).
The average frequency per day from Málaga to Almeria is:
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Almeria as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Málaga to Almeria:
  • Flights mostly depart from Malaga Airport and arrive in Almeria International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Almería.
  • Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Almería, Estación de Autobuses.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Port de Tanger Med and arrive in Port of Motril.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Málaga to Almeria, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe Viajeros to go to Almeria by train.
  • Travel with Naviera Armas to go to Almeria by ferry.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus to go to Almeria by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Málaga to Almeria with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe ALVIA.
  • 10 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Málaga to Almeria often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Barcelona, Granada, Seville, Alicante. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Almeria and these popular destinations at a great price.

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