Andalusia is the region in southern Spain known for its Moorish influences, national parks, and Flamenco dancing. The car trip from Malaga to Seville goes right through the heart of Andalusia offering you plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in this unique region.
Daytrip's private car service can fill the gap between getting a rental car and having the convenience of mass transit. Get the best of both worlds and let someone else worry about the speed limits on the road while also not being constrained by bus and train timetables. Add sightseeing stops at places like Italica, Ronda, or Antequera and learn about local culture from your English-speaking driver. Do your trip your way!
About Seville
After your drive from Malaga to Seville, you’ll be welcomed by the warm, Mediterranean climate and Andalusian flare.
Seville was founded over 2000 years ago, but it was the Moors who arguably left the most lasting and distinctive mark on the city. You'll see Islamic influence on the architecture throughout Seville, but the UNESCO-listed Alcazar is undoubtedly the pinnacle. While strolling the streets, you'll be shaded by some 48,000 orange trees, which are the symbol of the city, and their bitter oranges are used for marmalade. Seville is also the home of Flamenco dancing, and you can catch performances in its many tablaos.
From Malaga to Seville: travel tips
Your trip from Malaga to Seville is fast approaching, so take these travel tips into consideration for the best experience!
Get out of town
The Spanish countryside is full of untamed national parks and villages with unique claims to fame. Use this opportunity to see more than just the cities and coastline by planning local excursions and getting the full, authentic experience. Daytrip makes it easy to fill you trip with sightseeing stops, plus, you can chat with your English-speaking driver about local culture.
### Live like a local: siesta style
Spain copes with the intense heat and sunshine of the afternoon by closing up shop for a midday rest. It is normal for shops and attractions to be closed for a few hours after lunch at the hottest part of the day. However, to make up for it, you will notice they close later than you might expect in other countries. Try to time your trip to be on the road during siesta!
How to get from Malaga to Seville
A trip through the Andalusian countryside is a great addition to your vacation in Spain. With so many possible excursions, choosing how to get from Malaga to Seville is an important decision. You won’t want to miss adding more Andalusian adventures!
### Malaga to Seville by private car service
Daytrip's private car service makes customized travel days a breeze. Once your bags are packed and ready to go, your private driver will pick you up from Malaga and bring you northwest across Andalusia. Take your time to visit Setenil de las Bodegas or natural wonders like Cueva del Tesoro before arriving safely at your doorstep in Seville. Since you have complete control of your itinerary, this is by far the most comfortable and enriching option. And with prices starting at $66 per person, it's especially economical for a group!
### Malaga to Seville by bus
Alsa operates buses daily to Seville for as little as 17 EUR. The journey is 2 hours and 45 minutes, but make sure to order tickets in advance and check the timetable up to a month ahead of time for the best price and departure times.
### Malaga to Seville by train
AVE, Avant, and Media Distancia service the Malaga to Seville route and have frequent trains throughout the day. Tickets are between 27 and 50 EUR and the direct trains can get you to Seville in 2 to 3 hours. Trains reach speeds of about 50 miles/hr (80 km/hr), so aren't by any means "high-speed".
Things to do when you get to Seville
The fun continues after your trip from Malaga! Here are the best things to do when you get to Seville!
### Go to greater heights at the Seville Cathedral Complex
The Seville Cathedral is the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and stands out amid Seville’s mostly Moorish architecture. Its grandiose facade gives way to an equally intricate interior, both of which are so impressive that the cathedral was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the unique pallbearer sculpture marking Christopher Columbus’ tomb! Also part of the cathedral complex is the Giralda Tower, which will bring you 340 ft (104 m) above the city for 360° views!
### Admire the Alcazar
The Alcazar of Seville is another of the city’s three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, alongside the cathedral and Archive of the Indies. Built as a fort and later transformed into a royal palace by the Moors, the Alcazar is the finest example of Mudéjar architecture in the Iberian peninsula. Take a guided tour to be blown away by the impossibly intricate architectural details! If you’re a Game of Thrones fan, the Alcazar and its gardens brought Dorne to life.
### Dancing and dinner along the Guadalquivir River
The Guadalquivir River connects Seville to the ocean, making the city Spain’s only commercial river port. The riverfront promenade has plenty of restaurants and bars with outdoor patios along the river where you can enjoy the lively atmosphere of warm Mediterranean nights with other couples and families.
Make dinner reservations at a flamenco tablao for the ultimate Seville experience. Flamenco is the regional dance of Andalusia and has an upbeat and passionate vibe. Enjoy a traditional meal with the added spice of dancers and musicians. If you find the rhythm contagious, sign up for a flamenco class!
When is the best time to visit Seville
The best time to visit Seville is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). The temperatures are a pleasant range, at about 64° to 82° F (18° to 28° C) without much rain. Springtime in Seville is especially lovely as the city's 48,000 orange trees burst into bloom.
In contrast, the summer months bring sweltering temperatures exceeding 95° F (35° C). Seville isn’t on the coast and is very far south, so coping with the heat can be challenging. If you visit Seville in summer, be like the locals and take a siesta during the hottest part of the day.
Malaga has ferry routes to cities like Melilla and Tanger-Med in North Africa, but there is currently no ferry from Malaga to Seville. Seville’s Guadalquivir River meets the ocean about 200 miles (320 km) away from Malaga, and you can take river cruises from Seville.
To get to Seville, you can travel by private car, bus, or train. These all take about 2.5 hours, though with the bus and train you have to factor in additional time getting to and from the stations. If you want the utmost in comfort, convenience, and flexibility, hire a private car service.
Although both cities have an airport, they are not far enough apart to make flying worthwhile. Any commercial flight would require transferring to another airport, usually Barcelona, so this would be slower than any other option. Skip the airport this time and choose ground transportation instead.
A taxi from Malaga to Seville costs about 300 EUR, though it can be more. If you need a larger vehicle for more passengers, the price increases, though this usually comes out to a cheaper per-person price. Don’t rely on a ride-share app (Uber, etc.) for such a long distance. Instead, book ahead of time with a private car company to guarantee a ride and avoid being stranded.
The biggest difference is that Malaga is on the coast. Seville’s nightlife is more calm, with a focus on dinner and drinks, while Malaga has more nightclubs and partying. Visit both and let us know which city you prefer!
沿途参观这些景点
宝藏洞穴
One of only 3 caves of its kind in the world, this marine cave offers stunning formations and a legendary lost treasure. Buried Treasure
安特克拉
Rich in history and culture, even this authentic Andelusian town’s name conjures up images of a rustic, medieval village. Authentic Andalusia
隆达
Spectacularly positioned on a rocky plateau, Ronda is one of Spain’s most scenic, and oldest, towns. Unforgettable Drama
塞特尼尔·德·拉斯·博德加斯
Built directly into a rock face, this unique village is famed for its stoic defense during the Christian reconquest. Stony Defense
安尼斯博物馆
Learn about the history of the region's traditional liqueur before tasting it for yourself in this historic distillery-turned-museum. A Taste for Tradition
伊塔利卡考古群
This ancient Roman city is so well preserved, its theatre was used as a filming location for Game of Thrones. The Dragon Pit
"Richard was an excellent driver and the vehicle was superb. The route back to Seville from Malaga was absolutely gorgeous and was one of the most scenic trips we have taken over the past two weeks in Andalscia. What a great overall experience. "
Jay R.
United States
2025年2月8日
"Excellent Aleandro was the driver he was very helpful with luggage. Very careful and smooth driver. His co-worker had great English and was very nice asking me if i needed anything to let them know.
They asked if I was comfortable and needed break. We stopped at a garage for a few minutes very obliging. Lovely company
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Ailish C.
Ireland
2024年12月4日
"The trip was actually perfect. Javier met us at the airport with clear instructions as to where to meet etc. the Mercedes van was a much nicer version of vehicle and was spotlessly clean. He had water for us and was very friendly. In a word it was perfect and he delivered us on time and what as it was planned.
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THOMAS C.
United States
2024年9月27日
"Javier on the other hand was personable and informative. Punctual and had a very nice, very clean comfortable van. Extremely professional and met our expectations. 5 stars.
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Rolfe B.
Canada
2024年8月6日
"Day trip excellent and Dominic really helpful with suggestions on places we stopped at on our journey to Seville. He was most accommodating in flexibility of changing one of stops for longer at another site. Vehicle was great for the journey as comfortable, plenty of space and good air con. Dominic communicated superbly and nice to feel at ease and able to share jokes.
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John O.
United Kingdom
2024年6月12日
"The trip with Dominic C. was great! On time and Dominic was extremely helpful and great to travel with"
Guy C.
United States
2024年5月31日
"Our trip from Malaga to Seville was nice. The drivers were patience knowing we have elderly in our group that walk slow."
Aji L.
Indonesia
2024年5月22日
"He was an excellent driver, got us through some very tricky streets so we could be as close to our hotel which is a pedestrian only street so mom would not have to walk much "
Christine W.
United States
2024年5月5日
"Everything was super good, thank you very much!
We enjoyed trip and also nice chat with driver. Driver was very fluent in English, very friendly and helpful."
Ainars B.
Latvia
2024年1月16日
"We had an excellent experience with Francisco on our recent trip.
He was punctual, professional and provided responsive and helpful services to us.
For example booking a lunch for us at a local restaurant in Ronda made for very please journey.
We are likely to use DayTrip again on our travel to Europe.
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Chris M.
New Zealand
2023年10月27日
"Francisco was on time, picked us up in a good location and drove us safely to our destination. He was also very accommodating. We stopped in Ronda on a very rainy day and he said we could text him at any time if we decided we wanted to leave earlier than scheduled. We wouldn’t change anything."
Corinne A.
Canada
2023年7月26日
"Just returned home to the from our trip. Nabiel was great. We saw many sites up close and personal. he took the time to answered our question and was very knowledgeable regarding Spain, Portugal and the surrounding part of Europe. He gave input on place to eat and additional site to see. Communicated well with all in our group. Pass on a big thank to brother Nabiel from Thomas, Rog, Kim,"
Thomas B.
United States
2023年6月28日
"Overall, we had a great experience. Enjoyed the stops that we made, and the car was comfortable. Driver was polite, and flexible to our requests"
Lisa V.
United States
2023年6月26日
"We had a very enjoyable ride. The car was very nice and comfortable and Guillermo was very attentive."
Kathryn B.
United States
2023年6月12日
"All drivers were exceptional and very professional! All had nice clean cars and we felt safe and sound!
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Ruth H.
United States
2023年4月10日
"Francisco was great! We appreciated that he arrived earlier than our designated departure time. He was pleasant to converse with and we were thankful for the personal service. Thank you! "
Kristin C.
United States
2023年3月20日
"We have already sent in a good appraisal re our drive from Malaga to Seville. Our driver Daniel was a good safe driver, very pleasant and courteous, he immediately took care of our luggage for us, the car was clean and comfortable, and we appreciated his thoughtfulness in providing bottled water and candies for the trip. This was our first experience with Daytrip and we were very happy with it and are now looking forward to the two remaining journeys we have booked with you. "
Jennifer S.
Canada
2022年10月31日
"Richard was a great driver! He had a great vehicle and drove perfectly! He gave us a good itinerary to follow at our stops.
If I could give you any room for improvement it would be for your connecting points. I was looking for the exact service you provide and I had a hard time finding it. I wanted a private driver who was willing to make dedicated stops and it took me a while after searching the web and traveler sites. Internet marketing is not my specialty but I feel like there are a lot of travelers especially from the US who need your service!"
Garen S.
United States
2022年10月28日
"Richard was prompt, professional and thoughtful. He also provided excellent local knowledge during the trip.
We would hitter him again and we would highly recommend Richard to others. "
Donna Rose R.
Canada
2022年10月3日
"We were very happy with our trip and our driver. The trip went without any problems. Andres picked us up on time, we had a nice stop in Ronda and we arrived in Seville on time. Thank you!"
