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Discover Andalusia: Your Complete Guide to Transport

In this post you will find the best tips for transport to Malaga and tips for transport in the region of Andalusia.


Tips for booking a cheap flight with Skyscanner

One of the first steps in planning your walking holiday is finding an affordable flight to Málaga. Skyscanner is an excellent tool to do this. Here are some tips to get the most out of Skyscanner:

  1. Use the 'Whole month' search option : Instead of entering specific dates, you can choose 'Whole month'. This gives you an overview of the cheapest days to fly.

  2. Set price alerts : Skyscanner offers the option to set price alerts for specific routes. You will receive an email as soon as the price drops, so you can book at the right time.

  3. Flexible with airports : Sometimes it can be cheaper to depart from another airport in the Netherlands (Lelystad, Eindhoven or Rotterdam).

  4. Compare airlines : Skyscanner compares prices from different airlines, including budget airlines that may offer lower fares.



How to travel from Málaga to Cómpeta

Once you arrive at Málaga airport, you have several options to travel to Cómpeta. Here's an overview of the steps you can follow:


Step 1: Travel from the airport to Málaga bus station

Option 1: Express bus

  • The express bus to Málaga bus station leaves from the airport every 20 minutes.

  • Costs: €4,-

  • Travel time: about 20 minutes

Option 2: Train (Renfe)

  • The train to Málaga train station also leaves every 20 minutes.

  • Costs: €4,-

  • Travel time: about 20 minutes


Step 2: From Málaga to Cómpeta

At Málaga bus station you take the bus to Cómpeta. Here's the schedule:

Monday to Friday:

  • Departure times: 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 6:30 PM

Saturday and public holidays:

  • Departure times: 1:00 PM, 6:30 PM

Sunday:

  • No buses available

The bus company Loymerbus usually departs from platform 7. The one-way ticket costs €5.20 and the travel time is approximately 1.5 hours. The bus's final destination is Canillas de Albaida, with Cómpeta as the penultimate stop.

Alternatives for late flights or Sunday arrivals:

  • From Torre del Mar : We offer a pick-up service for €25 until 11:00 PM from Torre del Mar bus station.

  • Directly from the airport : For €85, we can arrange a private transfer from the airport to your accommodation in Cómpeta (travel time approximately 1 hour, maximum 4 people).

Another option is to spend your first night in Málaga and continue traveling the next morning.


Other transport tips in the Andalusia region

In addition to your journey from Málaga to Cómpeta, there are several other transport options to explore Andalusia:

  1. Car rental : Renting a car offers the most flexibility to discover the region. There are several car rental companies available at Málaga airport and in the city itself.

  2. Public transport : Andalusia has a good network of buses and trains that take you to various towns and villages. Websites such as alsalsa.es and renfe.com are useful sources for timetables and tickets.

  3. Taxis and ridesharing : In larger cities, taxis and ridesharing services such as Uber are available. This can be useful for short journeys or if you prefer not to travel by public transport.


We hope these tips help you plan an unforgettable walking holiday in Andalusia. For more information explore our website. See you in Competa!

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