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36 h 44 min
3881 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Istanbul to Malaga

Composite routes from Istanbul to Malaga

Cheapest
36 h 44 min
Car
3881 km.
from $213
Fastest
4 h 32 min
Plane
Other
46 h 45 min
Bus, Train
2909 km.
from $453.11
2 d 10 h 13 min
Train
2908 km.
from $396.22
2 d 13 h 4 min
2910 km.
from $224.26
2 d 15 h
2910 km.
from $199.33

Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Málaga
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$471.33

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Málaga
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$1,146.47

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Avignon Tgv to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
7h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$140.12
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Malaga
Ave. Duration:
3h 23m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$70.06
Train from Marseille St Charles to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
7h 48m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.28–$152.86

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Malaga
Ave. Duration:
2h 48m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.78–$82.80

iryo

Phone:
+34 910 150 000
Email:
Website:
iryo.eu/es/home
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Malaga
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.39–$82.80

Ouigo

Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Malaga
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from München Hbf to Baden-Baden
Ave. Duration:
3h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$82.80
Train from Baden-Baden to Avignon
Ave. Duration:
5h 34m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.39–$152.86

Turkish Railways (TCDD)

Phone:
+90 444 8 233
Email:
Website:
tcdd.gov.tr/
Train from Halkalı to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.60–$8.28

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$53.50–$76.43

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Malaga
Ave. Duration:
2d 5h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$127.39–$229.29

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$43.31

Alpar Turizm

Phone:
+90 212 658 18 51
Email:
Website:
alparturizm.com.tr/en/
Bus from Istanbul to Munich
Ave. Duration:
24h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$76.43–$140.12
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$36.94

Yubim

Phone:
02 981 1040
Email:
Website:
yubim.eu/
Bus from Sofia to Marseille,
Ave. Duration:
28h 49m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$114.65–$178.34
Bus from Sofia to Málaga
Ave. Duration:
2d 3h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$140.12–$178.34

Kamil Koc

Phone:
444 0 562
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
10h 46m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$34.39–$49.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Málaga is to bus which costs $130.43 - $184.78 and takes 2 days 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Málaga is to fly which takes 8h 12m and costs $92.39 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Málaga?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Málaga. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Málaga via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 13h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Málaga?

The distance between Istanbul and Málaga is 2951 km. The road distance is 3890.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Málaga without a car is to bus and train which takes 46h 45m and costs $336.96 - $510.87 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Istanbul to Málaga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Málaga bus from?

Istanbul to Málaga bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Esenler Otogari station.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Málaga?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Málaga is to fly which takes 8h 12m and costs $92.39 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130.43 - $184.78 and takes 2 days 13h.

Where does the Istanbul to Málaga bus arrive?

Istanbul to Málaga bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Knyaginya Maria Luiza station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Málaga?

Málaga is 2h behind Istanbul. It is currently 12:29 in Istanbul and 10:29 in Málaga.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Málaga?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Málaga is 3890 km. It takes approximately 36h 50m to drive from Istanbul to Málaga.

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

Book your Istanbul to Málaga bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Málaga?

There are 11858+ hotels available in Málaga. Prices start at $28.47 per night.
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