Barcelona to Malaga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Barcelona from Malaga?

The distance from Barcelona to Malaga is 478.2 miles (769.6 km) as the crow flies. Malaga is located SW of Barcelona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 595 miles, taking about 10h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in Spain.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Barcelona and Malaga. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.