Málaga is well-connected to the main cities in Spain, as well as to other international destinations. It’s also worth noting that it is a city with a fairly well-organized urban transport system.
Below, we outline some very useful recommendations for both reaching and getting around Málaga.
The train or AVE is one of the most economical and fastest options for getting to Málaga from various parts of Spain. Its station is centrally located and also offers commuter connections to other points on the Costa del Sol, such as Fuengirola. You can check AVE, train, and commuter schedules here.
Another option for reaching Málaga is by plane. Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport is well-connected both nationally and internationally. Once your flight lands in the city, you can take a commuter train or a taxi, in both cases reaching Málaga's center quickly and easily. Additionally, next to the arrivals terminal, there is the option to take a bus that goes to the city center.
The choice of bus is the slowest but also the most economical. ALSA is the transport company that manages the routes, and there is a wide availability of schedules and routes that you can check here.
The option of traveling by car provides a great independence for organizing our trip to Málaga. The city is very well connected. For example, from Madrid, you can take the A-44 or from Seville the A-92. In any case, to access the capital, you can also choose some of the toll highways that surround it, which will make your arrival faster. The city has various parking facilities where you can park your car; you can check hours and rates here.
The city of Málaga is not very large, so walking is a recommended option if your destination is nearby. It also has a fairly extensive public transport network.
The metro runs throughout the city, and its frequency is constant. The price of a single ticket is €1.35, although there are various passes available to make transportation more economical. You can check schedules and other information here.
The best option to reach popular sites such as the Cathedral or the Alcazaba area is the urban buses. The circular lines (C1, C2, C3, C6, and C8) are the best choice as they cover the entire city. A single ticket costs €1.40, although there is the possibility of purchasing a pass to make your trips cheaper. You can check schedules and other information here.
Another option is to use the city taxi service. This service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You can find more information here.
