There are 3 ways to travel between Malaga and Seville — compare duration, price and operators below.
Not practical for this route.
Trains between Malaga and Seville run within the Spain national rail network. The typical end-to-end journey is around 52m.
Operators on this corridor include Renfe (AVE).
Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €24 to €68. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.
On routes under 600 km like this one, train often beats flight door-to-door once you factor in airport check-in and transfers.
Long-distance coaches connect Malaga and Seville with a typical journey of 2h 15m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.
Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Fares start from around €13 when booked in advance, rising to €31 for last-minute travel.
Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.
Flight is not a typical choice for this 157 km route.
The driving distance from Malaga to Seville is approximately 181 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 1h 45m of driving plus stops.
Fuel-only running cost is in the €19–35 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.
Climate footprint: approximately 27 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.
The distance between Malaga and Seville is approximately 157 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.
The fastest way is by train, taking around 52m on average. Slower options (such as bus or car) can take 2–3× longer depending on the route.
Bus is typically the cheapest option, with fares starting around €13. Booking 2–4 weeks ahead usually gives the best prices.
Yes — both cities are within Spain and connected by the national rail network. Journey time is around 52m.
The straight-line distance is approximately 157 kilometres (97 miles). The actual travel distance by road or rail is usually 10–25% longer.
Yes. Long-distance coach operators run this route with fares from around €13. Journey time is approximately 2h 15m.