What is the cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata is to bus which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

The fastest way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and El Cabo de Gata?

No, there is no direct bus from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata. However, there are services departing from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga and arriving at Cabo De Gata via Almeria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Málaga and El Cabo de Gata?

No, there is no direct train from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata. However, there are services departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Huercal-Viator via Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

The distance between Málaga and El Cabo de Gata is 231 km. The road distance is 225.9 km.

How do I travel from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata without a car?

The best way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata without a car is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €19 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to El Cabo de Gata bus from?

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

Where do I catch the Málaga to El Cabo de Gata train from?

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.

Train or bus from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

The best way to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata is to bus which takes 4h 25m and costs €19 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Málaga to El Cabo de Gata bus arrive?

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Almeria station.

Where does the Málaga to El Cabo de Gata train arrive?

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Granada station.

Can I drive from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to El Cabo de Gata is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata.

Where can I stay near El Cabo de Gata?

There are 1583+ hotels available in El Cabo de Gata.

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Málaga to El Cabo de Gata by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Almeriabus ALSA - Ma-Mot-Alm / ...
2. Take the bus from Almeria to Cabo De Gatabus ALSA - Alm-Cb Gat
4h 25m
€19–31
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granadatrain Avn
2. Take the train from Granada to Huercal-Viatortrain 13940 / ...
5h 7m
€78–112
Drive 225.9 km
1. Drive from Málaga to El Cabo de Gatacar 225.9 km
2h 43m
€36–51
Bus via Malaga Eeaa
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Almeriabus ALSA - Ma-Mot-Alm / ...
2. Take the bus from Almeria to Cabo De Gatabus ALSA - Alm-Cb Gat
4h 40m
€19–31

Málaga to El Cabo de Gata by bus

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Distance: 231.4 km
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and El Cabo de Gata, Spain?

You can take a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Cabo De Gata via Almeria in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to El Cabo de Gata via Granada and Huercal-Viator in around 5h 7m.

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