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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
365 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 3 buses that leave Granada for Madrid Barajas Airport on Sat, May 23, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 365 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Supra EconomyOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 226 miles (365 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $244 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration 3h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $45 (€36).
A bus is $205 (€166) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $244 (€197).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 54m.
Bus takes on average 4h 59m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€32) compared to roughly $87 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $48 (€39). The journey takes 4h 59m versus 4h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h01 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
The table below shows live departures for Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 PM Granada | 4h00 | 8:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 PM Granada | 4h00 | 11:20 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
Supra Economy | 2:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 5h00 | 7:00 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Supra Economy | 9:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 4h45 | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Granada to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 226 miles (365 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 226 miles (365 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century Spanish art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern European art, completing Madrid’s celebrated Art Triangle. Especially strong in Impressionism and early modern painting.
Madrid’s iconic central park with formal gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and the Crystal Palace. Essential for walking, relaxing, and people-watching.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. A top area for first-time visitors and city energy.
A central square and symbolic heart of Spain’s road network, known for the Kilómetro Cero marker and constant urban activity.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with the city center and a beloved quick meal.
A traditional Madrid stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla, slow-cooked until rich and hearty.
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Iconic Madrid tavern best known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking with a refined traditional atmosphere.
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Popular casual spot celebrated for one of Madrid’s most famous tortillas españolas and hearty market dining.
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Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change for cafés, bars, and taxis is enough.
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