Getting To Marbella

Air travel is the most obvious way to reach Marbella, with Malaga Airport just 45 minutes away by car and providing connections with over 100 destinations across the globe. If air travel doesn’t suit you for whatever reason, you can take a coach with Eurolines from a number of EU cities, which will bring you as far as Malaga. This is a cheaper, although considerably slower, alternative. Trains are also available, while for many people travelling to the Costa del Sol from other Spanish regions or neighbouring countries, a hire car is a comfortable and convenient option.

By car

Arriving from Malaga and destinations east of Marbella, take the N-340 towards Cadiz. Midway you will reach Fuengirola, from where you can either remain on the same road or take the 'Costa del Sol' toll motorway, with the latter option involving a fee but offering a considerably quicker route. From destinations north of Marbella, the A376 is the most significant road available, while from Estepona and other destinations west, the N-340 provides primary access.

By rail

A rail service provides connections between Malaga Airport and Fuengirola, which is midway to Marbella. From there, it’s possible to take a bus or a taxi for the remainder of the journey to Marbella.

By bus

Eurolines operates bus services from EU cities such as France, Germany, Portugal and Morocco to Malaga, from where a connecting bus is available to Marbella.
A bus service operates from Malaga Airport to Marbella throughout the day, with the first service leaving at 06:15. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes and calls at Fuengirola en route.

By air

Malaga International Airport is the closest air facility to Marbella and it provides an essential gateway for holidaymakers visiting Spain’s popular Costa del Sol region. The airport offers a good selection of passenger facilities as well as a variety of ground transportation options.

Local Airport

Malaga Airport (AGP) is Spain’s sixth busiest airport, with over 12 million passengers passing through the hub each year. Over an average week, the airport provides connections with 17 Spanish destinations and some 90 international destinations throughout Europe, America, Asia and Africa. The airport operates three terminals; Terminal 1 handles flights from non-Schengen countries; Terminal 2 handles flights from Schengen countries, while Terminal 3 handles private flights only. Essential facilities such as information desks, ATMs and bureaux de change can all be found in key locations throughout the airport.

Airport transportation

A train station located at the airport itself provides connections to downtown Malaga, Torremolinos and Fuengirola. Services are every 30 minutes and commence at 07:03, with the last service of the day leaving at 23:45. A bus service (number 19) connects the airport with downtown Malaga, while an alternative service runs direct to Marbella.

Taxis are available 24 hours from outside Terminal 1 Arrivals and Terminal 2 Departures and run to all major Costa del Sol destinations. If you decide to hire a car, the route to Marbella is uncomplicated and takes around 45 minutes.