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

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Mérida is to bus which costs €40 - €75 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Mérida is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Mérida?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Malaga Eeaa and arriving at Merida. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and Mérida?

No, there is no direct train from Málaga to Mérida. However, there are services departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Merida via Puertollano. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Málaga to Mérida?

The distance between Málaga and Mérida is 384 km. The road distance is 388.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Málaga to Mérida without a car is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €40 - €75.

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

The bus from Malaga Eeaa to Merida takes 5h 10m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Mérida bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Málaga to Mérida train from?

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

Train or bus from Málaga to Mérida?

The best way to get from Málaga to Mérida is to bus which takes 5h 10m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can train via Puertollano, which costs €45 - €120 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Málaga to Mérida bus arrive?

Málaga to Mérida bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Merida station.

Where does the Málaga to Mérida train arrive?

Málaga to Mérida train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Puertollano station.

Can I drive from Málaga to Mérida?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Mérida is 388 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Málaga to Mérida.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Mérida?

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Málaga to Mérida - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Málaga to Mérida by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to MeridaAlsa
5h 10m
€40–75
Train via Puertollano (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to PuertollanoAve
2. Take the train from Puertollano to MeridaRe / ...
5h 52m
€46–118
Drive 388.1 km
1. Drive from Málaga to Mérida388.1 km
4h 13m
€61–89
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Sevilla-Santa JustaAvn / ...
2. Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to MeridaRe / ...
6h 39m
€46–82

Málaga to Mérida by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

€40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 384.1 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

ALSA operates a bus from Malaga Eeaa to Merida once daily. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Merida via Puertollano in around 5h 52m.

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