Madrid to Granada

Madrid to Granada

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Granada
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Convenient and inexpensive. The thing was to book on this site where they offered multiple schedules. When I went onto the Alsa bus site it only had 2 options which were much less convenient.
Madrid to Granada, Bus Standard AC, Alsa, Oct 29, 2025
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Madrid to Granada Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+4h 4m
$854.17
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
01:30
06:30
$31.08
  4.0
Flight
Air Europa
Economy
06:30
13:40
$225.16
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
07:00
12:00
$31.08
  4.0
Flight
Air Europa
Economy
07:30
22:10
$199.63
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
08:00
13:00
$31.08
  4.0
Flight
Air Europa
Economy
08:20
21:30
$197.31
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
09:00
13:30
$52.34
  4.0
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
09:30
14:30
$31.66
  4.0
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
10:15
12:30
$20.91
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
10:45
13:00
$20.91
Flight
Iberia
Economy
11:25
08:45
$125.35
Flight
Iberia
Business
12:00
13:10
$482.21
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
12:30
14:45
$20.91
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
13:30
15:45
$20.33
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
14:00
19:15
$31.66
  4.0
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
14:30
19:45
$30.79
  4.0
Flight
Air Europa
Economy
14:55
13:40
$420.15
Bus
Alsa
Standard AC
15:30
20:30
$31.08
  4.0
Flight
Iberia
Business
15:55
17:10
$228.26

How to get from Madrid to Granada

When you want to get from Madrid to Granada, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 981.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 34.83.

How far is Madrid from Granada?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Madrid to Granada. Your trip will be a total of 195 miles (313 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 km).

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Granada?

The travel time from Madrid to Granada can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Madrid to Granada?

The cost of the trip from Madrid to Granada varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Alsa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 34.83 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 981.78.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Madrid to Granada:

  • Bus tickets - USD 34.82 to USD 61.51;
  • Plane tickets - USD 54.55 to USD 71.96;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 588.44 to USD 981.90.

How many trips per day are there between Madrid and Granada?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 22 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Madrid to Granada depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Madrid to Granada any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Granada. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 54.55.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Madrid to Granada

Iberia, Iberia, Vueling

Buses

Taking a bus from Madrid to Granada is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Madrid to Granada. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 588.44.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Madrid to Granada

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Madrid to Granada? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Madrid to Granada

Facts about the transport from Madrid to Granada

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure1:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day33
Distance313 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAlsa, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Iberia, Iberia, Vueling