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

The cheapest way to get from Málaga to Rioja is to bus which costs €18 - €30 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Málaga to Rioja is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Málaga and Rioja?

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

Is there a direct train between Málaga and Rioja?

No, there is no direct train from Málaga to Rioja. However, there are services departing from Malaga Maria Zambrano and arriving at Huercal-Viator via Granada. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Málaga to Rioja?

The distance between Málaga and Rioja is 216 km. The road distance is 211.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Málaga to Rioja without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs €18 - €30.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Málaga to Rioja, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Rioja bus from?

Málaga to Rioja bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga station.

Where do I catch the Málaga to Rioja train from?

Málaga to Rioja train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Malaga Maria Zambrano station.

Train or bus from Málaga to Rioja?

The best way to get from Málaga to Rioja is to bus which takes 4h and costs €18 - €30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €85 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Málaga to Rioja bus arrive?

Málaga to Rioja bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Almeria station.

Where does the Málaga to Rioja train arrive?

Málaga to Rioja train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Granada station.

Can I drive from Málaga to Rioja?

Yes, the driving distance between Málaga to Rioja is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Málaga to Rioja.

Where can I stay near Rioja?

There are 1236+ hotels available in Rioja.

Málaga to Rioja - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Málaga to Rioja by bus, train (Renfe), or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Almeriabus ALSA - Ma-Mot-Alm / ...
4h
€18–29
Train (Renfe)
1. Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granadatrain Avn
2. Take the train from Granada to Huercal-Viatortrain 13940 / ...
4h 44m
€55–82
Drive 211.2 km
1. Drive from Málaga to Riojacar 211.2 km
2h 18m
€34–48
Bus via Malaga Eeaa
1. Take the bus from Malaga Eeaa to Almeriabus ALSA - Ma-Mot-Alm / ...
4h 15m
€18–29

Málaga to Rioja by bus

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Distance: 216 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Málaga, Spain and Rioja, Andalusia, Spain?

ALSA operates a bus from Estación de Autobuses de Málaga to Almeria 3 times a day. Tickets cost €17–27 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Rioja via Granada and Huercal-Viator in around 4h 44m.

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