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

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Albufeira is to bus which costs €28 - €70 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Albufeira is to drive which takes 4h 40m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Albufeira?

No, there is no direct bus from Málaga to Albufeira. However, there are services departing from Malaga Eeaa and arriving at Albufeira via Seville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Málaga to Albufeira?

The distance between Málaga and Albufeira is 543 km. The road distance is 425.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Málaga to Albufeira without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 48m and costs €20 - €160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Málaga to Albufeira, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Albufeira bus from?

Málaga to Albufeira bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Malaga Eeaa station.

Bus or fly from Málaga to Albufeira?

The best way to get from Málaga to Albufeira is to fly which takes 8h 46m and costs €70 - €210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €70 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Málaga to Albufeira bus arrive?

Málaga to Albufeira bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) station.

What is the time difference between Málaga and Albufeira?

Albufeira is 1h behind Málaga. It is currently 5:52 AM in Málaga and 4:52 AM in Albufeira.

Can I drive from Málaga to Albufeira?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Albufeira is 425 km. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Málaga to Albufeira.

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

Book your Málaga to Albufeira bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Albufeira?

There are 8201+ hotels available in Albufeira.

Málaga to Albufeira - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Málaga to Albufeira by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Cordoba-CentralAve
2. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to Sevilla-Santa JustaAvn / ...
3. Take the bus from Sevilla Santa Justa to Albufeira
6h 48m
€20–151
Train, bus via Huelva
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Cordoba-CentralAve
2. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to HuelvaAlv / ...
3. Take the bus from Huelva to Albufeira
7h 32m
€40–162
Drive 425.1 km
1. Drive from Málaga to Albufeira425.1 km
4h 40m
€67–97
Fly to Faro Airport
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Faro Airport (FAO)AGP - FAO
8h 46m
€72–201
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Sevilla-Santa JustaAvn / ...
2. Take the bus from Sevilla Santa Justa to Albufeira
7h 4m
€29–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas)ALSA - Ma-Sev Dir / ...
2. Take the bus from Seville to AlbufeiraFlixBus 785 / ...
7h 15m
€28–70
Bus via Albufeira
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas)ALSA - Ma-Sev Dir / ...
2. Take the bus from Sevilla, Estación de Autobuses (Plaza de Armas) to AlbufeiraBlaBlaCar Bus
7h 20m
€36–70
Fly to Lisbon-Portela Airport, bus
1. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Lisbon-Portela Airport (LIS)AGP - LIS
2. Take the bus from Lisbon to Albufeira
7h 16m
€53–201

Málaga to Albufeira by train and bus

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6h 48mAverage Duration

€20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 542.9 km
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and Albufeira, Portugal?

TAP Portugal, Ryanair, and four other airlines fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Faro Airport (FAO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Malaga Eeaa to Albufeira via Seville in around 7h 15m.

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