What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Marbella?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Marbella is to bus via Málaga which costs €45 - €55 and takes 8h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Marbella?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Marbella is to fly and bus which takes 3h 36m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Marbella?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Marbella. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Madrid to Marbella?

The distance between Madrid and Marbella is 571 km. The road distance is 552.3 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Marbella without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Marbella without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs €28 - €120.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Marbella?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Madrid to Marbella, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Marbella bus from?

Madrid to Marbella bus services, operated by Interbus, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Madrid to Marbella bus arrive?

Madrid to Marbella bus services, operated by Interbus, arrive at Marbella station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Marbella?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Marbella is 552 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Madrid to Marbella.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Marbella?

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Where can I stay near Marbella?

There are 8238+ hotels available in Marbella.

Madrid to Marbella - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Marbella 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 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Malaga Maria ZambranoAve
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación de Autobuses de MarbellaL-607 / ...
4h 5m
€28–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to MarbellaMadrid
7h
€26–55
Drive 552.3 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Marbella552.3 km
6h 1m
€86–124
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Málaga Airport (AGP)MAD - AGP
2. Take the bus from Malaga Airport to Estación de Autobuses de Marbella
3h 36m
€40–144
Bus via Málaga
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación de Autobuses de MálagaAlsa
2. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Estación de Autobuses de MarbellaL-607 / ...
8h 48m
€45–54

Madrid to Marbella by train and bus

133Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

€28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 571.1 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Marbella, Spain?

Interbus operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Marbella twice daily. Tickets cost €26–55 and the journey takes 7h.

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