HOW TO GET from Malaga to Ronda

Best way to travel from Malaga to Ronda

Car is the fastest (1h 20 min) and most convenient option.
Taking part in an organized day tour is also convenient and relieves the stress of driving yourself.
Renfe offers just one daily train connection (1 h 50 min).
Using the bus is also a great alternative. Buses are generally slower (avg. 2 h 30 min), but they are quite frequent (9 buses per day).

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Car

Malaga and Ronda are separated by 100 km (62 miles) and the car ride takes around 1 h 20 min. The quickest route will take you via the A-357 and A-367 roads, leaving Malaga to the west.

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It is also possible to go north from Malaga instead (direction Antequera) following the A-45 and then turn west after passing Antequera. This route, however takes about 1 h 45 min.

PARKING IN MALAGA

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Organized Day Tour

A comfortable air-conditioned bus will pick you up in either Malaga city, Torremolinos, Benalmadena or Fuengirola and take you on an 8-10 hour guided tour to Ronda and also Setenil de las Bodegas. No stress to figure out the bus system and no stress driving.

DAY TOUR OF RONDA FROM MALAGA & COSTA DEL SOL

Train

Renfe offers one daily train between Malaga and Ronda. The trip lasts 1:50 h and it's necessary to change trains in Antequera. One ticket costs 15€.

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MALAGA'S TRAIN STATION

Malaga’s main train station is called Estación de María Zambrano and is located right next to the bus station.

Address: Calle Héroes de Sostoa 2, 29002 Málaga
Telephone: (+34) 902 432 343

RONDA'S TRAIN STATION

Ronda’s train station is located next to the bus station.

Address: Av. de Andalucia 31, 29400 Ronda
Telephone: (+34) 912 432 343

Bus

Traveling by bus between Malaga and Ronda is a great option. Since there are two companies offering this service, there are a lot of bus options:

Damas offers 6 daily buses. The trip takes between 1:45 h and 2:00 h. Expect to pay around 12€.
Avanzabus offers 3 buses per day. The journey lasts between 2:40 h and 3:15 h. One ticket costs around 14 - 15 €.

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MALAGA'S BUS STATION

Malaga’s bus station is located south-west of the city center. To give you an idea, it is a 20-min walk to the cathedral. Several city bus lines connect the station with the center.

For up-to-date information on the local city buses: www.emtmalaga.es

Address: Paseo de los Tilos s/n, 29006 Málaga
Telephone: (+34) 952 35 00 61
Website: estabus.malaga.eu

RONDA'S BUS STATION

Ronda’s bus station is located 1km (0.6 miles) north of the New Bridge.

Address: C/ José María Castelló Madrid 3, 29400 Ronda

Once you have arrived

GET AROUND MALAGA

Top Hotels in Ronda

CATALONIA RONDA

Located in the center of Ronda, just across the bullring, this 4-star hotels offers rooms with traditional décor in warm tones. The rooftop terrace features a swimming pool and hot tub with incredible views of the bullring and gorge. For an extra cost, guests can access the indoor pool and spa facilities.

PARADOR DE RONDA

Set in Ronda’s former town hall, this accommodation offers spectacular views of the Tajo gorge and the New Bridge, which are also located just steps away. All of the rooms feature a private balcony, most of them with great views of the surrounding nature. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool.

HOTEL MONTELIRIO

Occupying a restored 17th century palace on the edge of Ronda’s famous gorge, this 4-star hotel offers elegant rooms with classic décor and wooden floors. The rooms are spread around a traditional Andalusian patio. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and Turkish bath.

SALVATIERRA GUESTHOUSE

Stylish and comfortable accommodation occupying a traditional building in Ronda’s old town. There is an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace with views of the rolling hills that surround Ronda. Some rooms feature a balcony.

BOABDIL GUESTHOUSE

Occupying a restored traditional house, this establishment features stylish Moorish décor with bright accent walls. Guests can enjoy the rooftop terrace and its fantastic views of the countryside. Great value for your money. Ronda’s famous bridge is a 10-min walk away.

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Top Hotels in Malaga

GRAN HOTEL MIRAMAR

Luxurious 5-star hotel occupying an impressive palatial building right in front of Malaga’s beach. The rooms are elegantly designed with traditional décor. Apart from the spa and seasonal pool, guests also love the rooftop chill-out terrace with stunning sea views.

AC HOTEL MALAGA PALACIO

Located half way between the cathedral and the oceanfront, this 4-star hotel features a large terrace with asthonishing views of the city of Malaga and a nice swimming pool. There is also a restaurant at the rooftop terrace open to both guests and visitors.

NH MÁLAGA

The NH Malaga is conveniently located across a bridge from the old town and only 800m away from the train station. The rooms have a contemporary design and many of them have balconies. There is a rooftop pool. On site parking is also available.

HOTEL BOUTIQUE TEATRO ROMANO

Located in the heart of Malaga’s old town, right in front of the Roman theater, this hotel offers spacious rooms with elegant interior décor and all amenities. Some rooms have views to the Alcazaba Castle and the Roman Theatre.

THE URBAN JUNGLE HOSTEL

Stylish hostel in Malaga’s old town that also offers private rooms (with private bathroom) for very affordable prices. Some rooms feature exposed wooden beams. Apart from its great location, the rooftop terrace and bar are another plus.

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