How to get from Seville to Malaga

Skyline of Malaga, Spain, with Málaga Cathedral and the city’s historic and modern architecture distant mountains in the background under a clear blue sky

Both Seville and Malaga are beautifully warm cities in the south of Spain, where you can enjoy Andalusia's culture and stunning landscapes. In Seville, enjoy traditional flamenco dancing as well as the many historical monuments as you stroll throughout the city, while in Malaga, you can marvel at the skyscrapers that line Spain’s Costa del Sol, flanked by the two looming citadels that sit on the hills outside of the city. If you decide to take a car transfer from Seville to Malaga, you can also enjoy some exceptional sights, including the historical city Osuna, the spectacularly stunning city of Ronda, the humbling Donkey Sanctuary, the rustic Andalusian town of Antequera, the compact but culture-packed city Archidona, and the luscious Jardin Botanica Historico La Conception.

How to get from Seville to Malaga

If you’re traveling from Seville to Malaga, you have several options. For travelers on a budget, the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Seville to Malaga. The fastest way to travel from Seville to Malaga is by train or car, though a car is, of course, the best way to travel from Seville to Malaga since it’s so convenient.

Seville to Malaga by train

To travel from Seville to Malaga by train, you need to get to the Seville-Santa Justa station Malaga Maria Zambrano station and purchase a ticket to Malaga Maria Zambrano station, or you can buy your tickets in advance online. The earliest train is at 6:50 AM, and the last train is at 8:02 PM, with 1 train departing almost every hour. The train from Seville to Malaga is operated by Renfe and Renfe AVE. Train tickets from Seville to Malaga cost €25-€50 on average for the 3-hour trip. The distance from Seville to Malaga is about 205.7 kilometers. Trains have bathrooms on board and sometimes offer a dining car.

  • Train intervals 1 train almost every hour

  • First/Last departure 6:50 AM/8:02 PM

  • Avg. price $27-$54 (€25-€50)

  • Distance ~205.7 km

  • Duration ~3 hr 

  • Operating companies Renfe and Renfe AVE 

Seville to Malaga by bus

To travel from Seville to Malaga by bus, go to Seville (Plaza de Armas) and buy a ticket to Malaga Estacion De Autobuses. There are a few routes that take you to Malaga Airport, but not many. While you can buy your ticket at the station, it’s best to purchase them in advance. The earliest bus is at 7:15 AM, and the last bus is at 7:30 PM, with 1 bus about every hour and a half. Alsa runs the bus from Seville to Malaga. Bus tickets from Seville to Malaga cost between €12-€24 for the 3.25-hour trip. The distance from Seville to Malaga is about 205.7 kilometers. All options offer direct service from Seville to Malaga.

  • Time intervals 1 bus about every hour and a half

  • First/Last departure 7:15 AM/7:30 PM

  • Avg. price $13-$26 (€12-€24)

  • Distance ~205.7 km

  • Duration ~3.25 hr

  • Operating companies Alsa

Seville to Malaga Private Car Transfer

For speed and convenience, a private car transfer with Daytrip is the best way to travel from Seville to Malaga. You will be picked up at your accommodation in Seville, and the driver will take care of your luggage. You’ll then be able to enjoy door-to-door service to your accommodation in Malaga, and can even add sightseeing stops on the way!

The flexibility of the journey lets you choose to include sightseeing stops at some of the most gorgeous and historic locations in Andalusia. Your trip can easily become an adventure, giving a chance to create memories before you even get to your destination, whether your interests are in seeing historic sites, charming towns, or breathtaking surroundings. Daytrip makes the drive from Seville to Malaga more than just a trip; it's a tailored experience designed to guarantee your travel is relaxing, fun, and entirely your own.

  • Price from $67 (€62) per seat

  • Distance 205 km

  • Duration 2 hr 20 min

Anastasia Marysheva

Originally from Russia, over the last 13 years Anastasia has lived in several different places, including Málaga, Madrid, Edinburgh, and Prague. As part of the Content team at Daytrip, she researches destinations and picks out the most compelling attractions for the website. While working on Colombia, she discovered Minca, a lovely town up in the Sierra Nevada; it became her favorite destination when she visited it a few years later.

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