How to get from Portimão to Málaga
Driving is the fastest, but coaches with a change in Seville offer a cost-effective alternative between Portimão and Málaga.
369 km apart as the crow flies.
| Option | Duration | Typical price | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlyTAP Air Portugal, Ryanair · Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) → Málaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP)A faster option if traveling from Lisbon, but requires significant transfers at both ends, making it less convenient than it seems. | 7 h 45 – 9 h | €70–€190per person | Multiple daily direct flights |
| BusRede Expressos, ALSA, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus · Portimão Terminal Rodoviário → Málaga Estación de AutobusesThe most common and economical way to cross the border, though it requires a transfer, typically in Seville. | 8 h – 10 h 30 | €20–€75per person | 3-5 daily departures |
| DriveThe quickest and most flexible option for a door-to-door journey, ideal for groups or those with luggage. | 6 h – 7 h | €59–€110per car | On demand |
| Transfer or taxiTheEuroRoadTrip.eu, TTaxi Travel, Daytrip, Marafal Tours · Any address in Portimão → Any address in MálagaConvenient and comfortable door-to-door service, especially for groups, removing the hassle of public transport connections. | 4 h 40 – 5 h 10 | €466–€750per car | On demand |
Watch out · Fly
The journey to Lisbon Airport from Portimão, and from Málaga Airport into the city, adds considerable time and cost.
Watch out · Bus
No direct bus service; all routes require at least one transfer, usually in Seville, adding to the total travel time.
Watch out · Drive
Tolls are common on major motorways in both Portugal and Spain, which can add to the cost beyond fuel.
Watch out · Transfer or taxi
This is the most expensive option, priced per vehicle, not per person.
Typical figures for this route, not live fares. · Updated August 31, 2026