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

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Jaén is to rideshare which costs €12 - €14 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Jaén is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Jaén?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Malaga Rosaleda and arriving at Jaen. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and Jaén?

No, there is no direct train from Málaga to Jaén. However, there are services departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Jaen via Cordoba-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Málaga to Jaén?

The distance between Málaga and Jaén is 303 km. The road distance is 172.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Málaga to Jaén without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €24 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Málaga to Jaén, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Jaén bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Málaga to Jaén train from?

Málaga to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.

Train or bus from Málaga to Jaén?

The best way to get from Málaga to Jaén is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs €24 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus via Granada, which costs €24 - €40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Málaga to Jaén bus arrive?

Málaga to Jaén bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación de Autobuses de Granada station.

Where does the Málaga to Jaén train arrive?

Málaga to Jaén train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Cordoba-Central station.

Can I drive from Málaga to Jaén?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Jaén is 172 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Málaga to Jaén.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Jaén?

There are 298+ hotels available in Jaén.

Can I share a ride from Málaga to Jaén?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Málaga and Jaén. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Málaga to Jaén - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Málaga to Jaén by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Cordoba-CentralAve
2. Take the train from Cordoba-Central to Jaen13017 / ...
3h 43m
€24–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Málaga to Jaén171.8 km
2h 34m
€12–14
Bus via Granada
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Estación de Autobuses de GranadaALSA - Mal-Gra / ...
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Granada to JaenALSA - Gr-Jaen / ...
3h 45m
€25–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Malaga Rosaleda to JaenALSA - Ma-Jaen-Ub
4h 20m
€18–27
Drive 172.4 km
1. Drive from Málaga to Jaén172.4 km
2h 23m
€28–40

Málaga to Jaén by train

34Weekly Trains

3h 43mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.1 km
Duration: 3h 43m

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

You can take a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Jaen via Cordoba-Central in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Malaga Eeaa to Jaen via Estación de Autobuses de Granada in around 3h 45m.

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