There are 7 ways to get from Madrid to Granada by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Bus
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Take the bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada
Drive
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Drive from Madrid to Granada
Fly to Granada
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Granada (GRX)
Fly to Malaga, train
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Malaga (AGP)
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Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada
Fly to Almeria, train
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Almeria (LEI)
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Take the train from Almeria to Granada
Madrid to Granada by train
The train journey time between Madrid and Granada is around 3h 17m and covers a distance of around 569 km. Operated by Renfe AVE, the Madrid to Granada train service departs from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arrives in Granada. Typically 21 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Madrid to Granada is to rideshare, which costs €16 - €22 and takes 4h 57m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid to Granada is to train which costs €55 - €110 and takes 3h 17m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid Estacion Sur and arriving at Granada. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arriving at Granada. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.
The distance between Madrid and Granada is 359 km. The road distance is 415.5 km.
The best way to get from Madrid to Granada without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €55 - €110.
The train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs three times a day.
Madrid to Granada bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid Estacion Sur station.
Madrid to Granada train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.
The best way to get from Madrid to Granada is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs €55 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €45 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €200 and takes 3h 59m.
- Distance: 359.1 km
- Duration: 3h 17m
What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Granada, Spain?
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada 3 times a day. Tickets cost €55 - €110 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada hourly. Tickets cost €30 - €45 and the journey takes 4h 30m. FlixBus also services this route 6 times a week.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 16m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €250
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €300
Flights from Madrid to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 13m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €65 - €340
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €220
- Website
- etihad.com
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €270
- Website
- kuwaitairways.com
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Tuesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €370
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €110
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €55 - €75
- Promo+
- €64 - €69
- Flexible
- €85 - €110
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 12m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Almeria to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €14 - €18
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- alsa.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 35m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €21 - €26
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Madrid to Grenade
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 57m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €16 - €22
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Madrid to Granada bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Granada station.
Madrid to Granada train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Granada station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Granada is 415 km. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Madrid to Granada.
Iberia offers flights from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport.
Book your Madrid to Granada train tickets online with Omio.
Book your Madrid to Granada bus tickets online with Omio and Busbud.
There are 1852+ hotels available in Granada. Prices start at €100 per night.