There are 5 ways to get from Málaga to Gibraltar by bus, train, rideshare 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.
Recommended option
Bus • 2h 5m
$13 - $21
Cheapest option
Rideshare • 1h 48m
$9
3 alternative options
Bus via Malaga Airport • 3h 12m
$12 - $19
Train, bus • 3h 21m
Drive • 1h 30m
$15 - $23
Málaga to Gibraltar by bus
The bus journey time between Málaga and Gibraltar is around 2h 30m and covers a distance of around 142 km. The fastest bus normally takes 2h 15m. Operated by ALSA and Avanza Grupo, the Málaga to Gibraltar bus service departs from Malaga and arrives in La Linea De La Concepcion. Typically 14 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Bus route overview
First and last buses
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Málaga to Gibraltar bus schedules
Buses departing Thursday, June 24, 2021
Buses departing Friday, June 25, 2021
Buses departing Saturday, June 26, 2021
Buses departing Sunday, June 27, 2021
Buses departing Monday, June 28, 2021
Buses departing Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Buses departing Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Coronavirus (COVID-19) in Gibraltar
There is widespread community transmission globally.
We have received no reports of travel restrictions in Gibraltar. For the latest travel status, please check the official page for Gibraltar.
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For the latest travel status, we recommend checking the official page for Gibraltar.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Travel Advice
International flights leaving Spain are suspended as part of the response to Coronavirus (COVID-19). Restrictions may also be in place for other modes of transport.
Official Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information for SpainCurrently, we are unable to provide international travel restriction information for Gibraltar relating to Coronavirus (COVID-19). For the latest travel status in Gibraltar, please check government recommendations.
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The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Gibraltar is to rideshare which costs €8 and takes 1h 48m.
The fastest way to get from Málaga to Gibraltar is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs €13 - €19.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Malaga and arriving at La Linea De La Concepcion. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.
The distance between Málaga and Gibraltar is 105 km. The road distance is 134.8 km.
The best way to get from Málaga to Gibraltar without a car is to bus which takes 2h 5m and costs €11 - €18.
The bus from Malaga to La Linea De La Concepcion takes 2h 5m including transfers and departs twice daily.
Málaga to Gibraltar bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Malaga station.
Málaga to Gibraltar bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at La Linea De La Concepcion station.
Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Gibraltar is 135 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Málaga to Gibraltar.
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- Distance: 105.1 km
- Duration: 2h 5m
What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and Gibraltar?
ALSA operates a bus from Malaga to La Linea De La Concepcion once daily. Tickets cost $15 - $21 and the journey takes 2h 5m. Avanza Grupo also services this route once daily.
This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 (0) 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Centro Alameda to Fuengirola
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Malaga to La Linea De La Concepcion
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $15 - $21
- Website
- alsa.com
Bus from Fuengirola to La Linea De La Concepcion
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 30m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $12 - $17
- Website
- alsa.com
- Phone
- +34 (0) 91 272 28 32
- informacion@avanzabus.com
- Website
- avanzabus.com
Bus from Málaga to La Línea de la Concepción
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $13 - $19
- Schedules at
- malaga.avanzagrupo.com
Bus from Malaga Airport to La Línea de la Concepción
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- $12 - $19
- Schedules at
- malaga.avanzagrupo.com
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Málaga to La Linea de la Concepción
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 48m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- $9
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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