What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Málaga?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Málaga is to fly which costs €30 - €120 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Málaga?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Málaga is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs €30 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Málaga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Málaga. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Málaga?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Málaga. However, there are services departing from Bilbao-Abando and arriving at Malaga Maria Zambrano via Madrid Chamartín and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Málaga?

The distance between Bilbao and Málaga is 771 km. The road distance is 893 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Málaga without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Málaga without a car is to train which takes 8h 15m and costs €50 - €190.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Málaga?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Bilbao to Málaga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Málaga bus from?

Bilbao to Málaga bus services, operated by Autobuses La Union, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Málaga train from?

Bilbao to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Bilbao-Abando station.

Train, bus or fly from Bilbao to Málaga?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Málaga is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs €30 - €120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €190 and takes 8h 15m, you could also bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 13h 45m.

Where does the Bilbao to Málaga bus arrive?

Bilbao to Málaga bus services, operated by Autobuses La Union, arrive at Vitoria-Gasteiz station.

Where does the Bilbao to Málaga train arrive?

Bilbao to Málaga train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Madrid Chamartín station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Málaga?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Málaga is 893 km. It takes approximately 9h 23m to drive from Bilbao to Málaga.

How do I get a train ticket from Bilbao to Málaga?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Málaga?

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Where can I stay near Málaga?

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Bilbao to Málaga - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Bilbao to Málaga by plane, train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Bilbao Airport
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1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Málaga Airport (AGP)BIO - AGP
3h 11m
€33–114
Train
1. Take the train from Bilbao-Abando to Madrid ChamartínAlv
2. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria ZambranoAve
8h 15m
€53–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to MálagaIrun
13h 45m
€45–80
Drive 893 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Málaga893 km
9h 23m
€140–202
Bus to Santander Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Aeropuerto Santander-S.Ballest
2. Fly from Santander Airport (SDR) to Málaga Airport (AGP)SDR - AGP
4h 11m
€83–257
Bus to San Sebastián Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to San Sebastián / Donostia
2. Fly from San Sebastián Airport (EAS) to Málaga Airport (AGP)EAS - AGP
5h 20m
€77–279
Bus via Vitoria-Gasteiz
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Vitoria-GasteizA/3714 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Estación de Autobuses de MálagaAlsa
14h 30m
€81–128

Bilbao to Málaga by train

12Weekly Trains

8h 15mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 771.5 km
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Málaga, Spain?

Vueling Airlines, Volotea, and two other airlines fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Málaga Airport (AGP) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bilbao-Abando to Malaga Maria Zambrano via Madrid Chamartín, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes in around 8h 15m.

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