I would hire a car. If you want to visit the smaller places as well as the well known places you will definitely need a car. There are bus services, but in the smaller towns they are very limited.Driving here isn't as bad as someone made out. The mortality rate is higher than many places, but I have seen very few accidents and I drive up and down this coast. From Marbella, to go anywhere by train you'd have to go to Málaga first. Car is the best way because en route to a lot of these bigger places you mention there are some wonderful small villages. Going by bus or train you will not get the opportunity and stop for a while. Source(s): Live on the Costa del Sol 2 years ago Thankds for your input. It's nice to talk to someone that lives in the area. We're excited about our visit to Spain!Error processing request
