How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to Madrid?

The cheapest coach tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from £22. The average price for this route is around £22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Málaga to Madrid?

The average bus journey time from Málaga to Madrid is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 258 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Interbus Madrid .

Which bus companies service the Málaga to Madrid route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Interbus Madrid , FlixBus , Interbus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Málaga to Madrid?

The earliest bus departs from Málaga to Madrid at 09:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Málaga to Madrid?

A bus journey from Málaga to Madrid produces an estimated 10.36735 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Interbus Madrid , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 1307 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Interbus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Interbus Madrid , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Málaga to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Interbus Madrid , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Málaga to Madrid from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 2 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	6h 30m	22:45	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	16:45	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	6h 30m	23:15	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	No tags
Bus	23:15	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	6h 45m	06:00	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	No tags
Bus	23:45	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	7h 15m	07:00	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	No tags

Next departures from Málaga to Madrid on 8 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:35	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	6h 30m	18:05	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:15	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	6h 45m	06:00	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	No tags
Bus	23:45	Estación de Malaga (Centro)	7h 15m	07:00	Madrid Estacion Sur De Autobuses	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 19:39 CEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Málaga to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

2h 45mAverage duration

258 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£22 - £23	Average duration6h 30m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£19 - £279	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Málaga and Madrid?

Stops in Málaga

A
Estación de Malaga (Centro)
Paseo de los Tilos, 21, 29006 Málaga, Málaga, Spain
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B
Malaga Airport
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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 Madrid

A
Estación Sur
Mendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
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B
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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C
Avenida de América Metro
Avenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
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D
Moncloa
Plaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Compare bus companies

Interbus Madrid

4/51,323 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.6

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi2.7

According to 158 reviews, Interbus Madrid received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff, but some complained about the Wi‑Fi. Interbus Madrid ticket prices on this trip start at £22

Interbus Málaga Madrid recent customer reviews

The bus was very comfortable, and I had a better experience compared to Alsa. However, while booking with interbus, I initially received a message stating that all seats were booked. But when I manually selected a seat, I was able to proceed with the booking and i payed more :(

Abubakar Q.

9 June 2024

Had to disembark the bus for 1 and a half hours in the freezing cold, ridiculous

Oxana R.

29 March 2024

It was fine.

Helene D.

6 November 2025

FlixBus

3.5/512,386 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Interbus

4/51,518 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.4

Wi‑Fi2.9

According to customer reviews, there is a suggestion for the bus company to provide options for changes or cancellations without requiring insurance payment during booking. Additionally, some customers mentioned that there was no wifi and the entertainment system did not work properly. However, they appreciated the cleanliness of the buses.

Interbus Málaga Madrid recent customer reviews

There should be provision for changes or cancellations without paying for insurance while booking

Princewill Okechukwu C.

11 July 2022

Everything was great except there was only one stop in six hours and we couldn't buy anything. We should at least be able to obtain water for a trip that long or Internus should provide water. I think it was just because of Coronavirus that the place we stopped at was closed but still. Someone should have known that and told us. We could have prepared better for the trip.

Robert M.

17 March 2020

The seat allocation is bad , we are a couple and it’s allocated us in seat no 1 & no 61 .This is the first time I have seen this allocation for 6 hours journey from Malaga to Madrid . And the bus is too warm , let me feel very uncomfortable

Mooi Yen N.

7 February 2020

ES bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Málaga to Madrid

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Málaga to Madrid?
The cheapest coach tickets from Málaga to Madrid start from £22. The average price for this route is around £22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Málaga to Madrid?
The average bus journey time from Málaga to Madrid is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 258 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Interbus Madrid.
Which bus companies service the Málaga to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Interbus Madrid, FlixBus, Interbus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Málaga to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Málaga to Madrid at 09:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Málaga to Madrid?
A bus journey from Málaga to Madrid produces an estimated 10.36735 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Interbus Madrid, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 1307 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Málaga to Madrid?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Interbus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Interbus Madrid, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Málaga to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Interbus Madrid, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

30/03

£18

31/03

£18

Today

£18

02/04

£18

03/04

£18

04/04

£18

05/04

£18

06/04

£18

The cheapest trip from Málaga to Madrid was searched and found on 30 Mar 2026 with a price of £18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Málaga to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £18 to £18 for a bus ticket from Málaga to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2026-04-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Málaga to Madrid?

The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time6h 30m	Avg price£22	Daily departures5
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2h 45m	Avg price£45	Daily departures13
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time5h 40m	Avg price£32	Daily departures35