Resort city · 39–50 km · ~35–60 min
Málaga Airport to Marbella
Marbella is the Costa del Sol's headline resort — 39–50 km west of the airport along the AP-7/A-7. There is no train, so it is coach, taxi or a pre-booked transfer, taking 35–60 minutes depending on traffic.
How to get there
| Option | Price (2026) | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanza coach | Check avanza.es | ~45 min | From the forecourt outside T3 arrivals; book online in peak season — coaches sell out |
| Taxi | Roughly €70–90 | 35–60 min | Metered — no official fixed fares; rank outside T3 arrivals |
| Private transfer | Quoted per vehicle | 35–60 min | Fixed price agreed when booking; the sensible pick for groups and golf bags |
Which should you pick?
- Avanza coach for solo travellers and couples — by far the cheapest way to Marbella.
- Private transfer for families and groups: split 4–6 ways, the per-person cost approaches the coach, with door-to-door service and a fixed quote.
- Taxi for Puerto Banús and the Golden Mile at odd hours — the meter stings, but the rank is always there.
FAQs
How do I get from Málaga Airport to Marbella?
The Avanza coach runs from the forecourt outside T3 arrivals to Marbella bus station in about 45 minutes — book online in peak season as coaches sell out. A metered taxi takes 35–60 minutes depending on traffic.
How much is a taxi from AGP to Marbella?
Taxis are metered and Málaga publishes no official fixed airport fares. Expect roughly €70–90 in normal traffic. For a fixed price, book a private transfer in advance — the per-vehicle quote is agreed before you travel.
Is there a train from Málaga Airport to Marbella?
No — the C1 train ends at Fuengirola. Marbella is road-only from the airport: coach, taxi, VTC (Uber/Bolt) or private transfer. A long-discussed coastal train extension has not been built.