How to get from Málaga airport to Puerto Banús
Málaga airport to Puerto Banús: Avanza bus (€6.48 to Marbella), taxi, private transfer and car. Times, prices and tips for your arrival.
Wondering how to get from Málaga airport to Puerto Banús? There is no direct bus or train to the marina. Most visitors take the bus to Marbella and then a taxi or city bus, or go straight from the terminal by taxi or private transfer. Here are the options, with prices and times from the official operator and local guides.
From Málaga airport to Puerto Banús by bus
Avanza runs direct buses from Terminal 3 (arrivals) to Marbella, San Pedro and Estepona. According to Avanza, the airport–Marbella journey takes about 45 minutes and the standard ticket costs €6.48; the Multimedia and Exprés versions cost €8.70 and €9.30. The ticket office is open daily from 7:45 to 23:00, and the Monday–Sunday timetable valid from 14 September 2026 runs from early morning until late at night (check it before you fly if you land late).
The bus ends at Marbella bus station, about 6 km from Puerto Banús, so you need to change to a taxi or a local bus. According to Andalusia Base, a few Avanza services also stop at Puerto Banús or San Pedro, so check the stops on your ticket. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours in total and travel light: it is the cheapest option, not the most comfortable.
By taxi or private transfer: the most direct way
Taxis wait outside arrivals at Terminal 3 and use the meter: there is no official fixed fare to the marina. Local guides put the fare to Puerto Banús at around €70–95, plus the AP-7 toll if used. Pre-booked private transfers advertise fixed prices from about €79 per vehicle (up to four passengers) for 2026. These are indicative figures from private companies, so confirm the price before you get in. With family, luggage or a late arrival, it is usually worth it.
By car: AP-7 or A-7
It is roughly 50–60 km from the airport to Marbella. The AP-7 toll road takes about 45 minutes; the A-7 is free but slower and jams in summer. According to Andalusia Base, the toll from Málaga to San Pedro is €7.90 (€12.85 in high season). Parking at the marina in high season is another story, so allow extra time.
What to do when you arrive in Puerto Banús
Drop your bags and stretch your legs: the Marbella to Puerto Banús seafront walk and the one-day Puerto Banús guide give you ideas for a first stroll.
Prices and timetables change: always confirm with the operator before travelling. Cover photo: "La Terminal 3 del Aeropuerto de Málaga-Costa del Sol" by Pop9000, via Wikimedia Commons, licence CC BY-SA 4.0 (compressed).
