How to get from Seville to Málaga
- 157 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 2h 35m
- 11 train departures a day with Renfe
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 35m
1 transfer
Train + Bus
€18
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 9 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Seville to Málaga. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 35m by train, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 157 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €16, on Sun, Sep 27.
157 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €18Reading date not recorded | 2h 35m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €13Omio catalogue, Oct 11 | 3h 53mdirect | See Bus details |
- Train€18Reading date not recorded2h 35m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€13Omio catalogue, Oct 113h 53m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Seville to Málaga: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Seville → Antequeratrain
Renfe·1h 36m - 2Antequera → MálagabusALSA·35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Seville to Málaga
Renfe runs 11 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:20 and the last at 20:16.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfetrain | 11 | 06:20 | 20:16 |
| Regional connectionbus | 12 | — | — |
All departuresRenfe
- 06:20
- 07:01
- 07:51
- 08:20
- 10:32
- 13:08
- 15:20
- 17:22
- 18:34
- 20:12
- 20:16
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Oct 11
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeSeville-AntequeraBook →ALSAAntequera-MálagaBook →Regional connectionSeville Airport-Málaga AirportBook →On this route you travel with Renfe, ALSA, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Seville to Málaga works
Start with a Renfe train from Seville to Antequera, about 1h 36m. Transfer in Antequera and continue by ALSA bus on to Málaga (35 min). In total it's roughly €18 over 2h 35m, 1 transfer.
Seville to Málaga: common questions
How long does it take to get from Seville to Málaga?
The most useful route takes about 2h 35m by train, bus, 1 transfer.
When is the first train from Seville to Málaga?
The first train with Renfe leaves at 06:20 and the last at 20:16, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Seville to Málaga?
11 a day with Renfe, between 06:20 and 20:16.
Is there a bus from Seville to Málaga?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Málaga from Seville?
About 157 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Seville to Málaga cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €16 to €18. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Seville to Málaga?
On this route you travel with Renfe, ALSA, Regional connection.
Can you get from Seville to Málaga without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 2h 02m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Seville to Málaga?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Route calculated: 9 Oct 2026