How to travel from Málaga to Algeciras, Spain

The distance between Málaga and Algeciras is around 139km (86 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 30m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Málaga to Algeciras by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out AlgecirasMálaga if you're planning a return trip.

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Algeciras.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    €15($15)
Operated byALSA+ 3 others
2
train
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train
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Train

Take the train to Antequera-Santa Ana and then to Algeciras.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    €26($26)
🚀 Fastest
3
taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Algeciras.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    €170($170)
Operated by

Taxis Malaga

+ 2 others
4
car
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Drive

Drive to Algeciras.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Distance139km (86 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Málaga and Algeciras

There are several options for getting from Málaga to Algeciras by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €15 ($15) and will take around 1h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €170 ($170).

The distance between Málaga and Algeciras is around 139km (86 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 113km (70 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Málaga and Algeciras by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Málaga to Algeciras is to take a taxi which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx €170 ($170).

The cheapest way to travel between Málaga and Algeciras, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €15 ($15) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Málaga and Algeciras. It typically takes around 3hrs and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Málaga to Algeciras. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Antequera-Santa Ana. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 3hrs.

Renfe and Renfe AVE run train services between Málaga and Algeciras. Trains depart every 20 mins and will take around 3hrs, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Málaga and Algeciras. It typically takes around 1h 45m and departs every 20 mins.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Málaga and Algeciras with no changeovers required. The bus runs every 20 mins and takes 1h 45m.

ALSA run regular bus services between Málaga and Algeciras. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 1h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Málaga to Algeciras. We recommend that you take the bus to Algeciras. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Algeciras is Jerez Airport (XRY) (XRY) which is approximately 88km (55 miles) from Algeciras. Málaga Airport (AGP) (AGP) and San Pablo Airport (SVQ) (SVQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Málaga and Algeciras. The distance is around 139km (86 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Málaga to Algeciras is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around €15 ($15).

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Transport options from Málaga to Algeciras
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
1h 45m
€15($15)
hourly146km (91 miles)
Train
3hrs
€26($26)
every 20 mins236km (147 miles)
Taxi
1h 30m
€170($170)
on demand139km (86 miles)
Drive
1h 30m
€26($26)
on demand139km (86 miles)

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Airports near Algeciras

The following major airports near Algeciras offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Spain and internationally.

XRY
Jerez Airport (XRY)
Domestic Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Algeciras
AGP
Málaga Airport (AGP)
International Airport
Distance
105km (65 miles) from Algeciras
SVQ
San Pablo Airport (SVQ)
International Airport
Distance
149km (93 miles) from Algeciras