The cheapest and fastest buses from Málaga to Granada
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Málaga to Granada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Granada will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 43 buses that leave Málaga for Granada on Tue, Nov 25, 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest buses will take 1 h 30 m 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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Compare train and bus for Málaga to Granada
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Granada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €25 Average price |
2h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Málaga to Granada Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Live departures
Málaga to Granada bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Granada buses for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 4:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:15 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 5:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:45 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 5:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 6:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 6:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 7:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 7:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 8:15 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 8:15 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 8:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 9:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 12:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 12:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, November 25 | |||||
Normal | 4:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 6:45 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 6:45 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 7:45 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 9:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 9:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 10:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 10:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 10:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:15 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 11:30 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 12:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 11:30 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 12:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 1:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 1:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 1:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 2:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 2:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h10 | 3:40 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Málaga to Granada
Buses from Málaga to Granada run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) but you can travel from only $14 (€12) by train.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 02:00 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Málaga to GranadaYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Granada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as $14 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses from Malaga to Granada
Anyone who wants to visit the Alhambra can easily do so, thanks to the wide range of buses from Malaga to Granada. Every day, passengers can choose from 39-44 direct services, which take as little as 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the historic Andalusian city. They can also choose between premium and low-cost buses, allowing passengers to save money as they travel.
Which bus companies travel from Malaga to Granada?
Only Alsa runs buses to Granada from Malaga, and operate at least one service every hour from both the Aeropuerto and downtown Malaga. However, it's worth noting that Alsa divide their services into standard and Supra, with Supra buses offering a little more leg room, TVs, VIP waiting areas and onboard WiFi.
How long is the bus from Malaga to Granada?
The journey from Malaga to Granada is fairly short, but there are some variations, with the trip taking between 1 hour and 30 minutes and 2 hours and 30 minutes. The longest journeys are the ones that start at Malaga Airport.
How many buses are there from Malaga to Granada?
The Malaga to Granada route is extremely well served by Alsa, who offer 39-44 direct buses on any given day. Expect slightly fewer options on Saturdays, but there should still be a couple of options every hour. Buses leave from 7:00 a.m., until 9:30 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Malaga to Granada?
Departure bus stations: There are two departure points for those traveling from Malaga. Alsa runs 10-12 buses from Málaga's airport. Buses stop outside the arrivals terminal. The other departure point is the Estación de Autobuses on Paseo de Los Tilos, which is less than a mile west of the city center and right next to Maria Zambrano train station.
Arrival bus station: All buses arrive at the same location - Granada's bus station on the Avenida de Juan Pablo II. The bus station is almost 2 miles north of the historic center, so walking into town isn't advised. Instead, travelers can take the SN1 or SN2 buses, before changing onto the La Línea de Alta Capacidad (LAC) bus service into the Old Town. Taxis are also available from outside the bus terminal.
FAQs: Bus from Málaga to Granada
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga to Granada by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Granada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Granada, Estación De Autobuses, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alhambra, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring stunning Moorish architecture and expansive gardens
- Generalife, the summer palace and gardens of the Nasrid rulers offering panoramic views of the city
- Granada Cathedral, a grand Renaissance cathedral known for its impressive facade and ornate interior
- Albaicín, a historic neighborhood with narrow winding streets and traditional Andalusian houses
- Sacromonte, a hillside area famous for its cave dwellings and vibrant flamenco performances.
- Explore the vibrant tapas scene in Granada, where you can enjoy complimentary tapas with your drinks
- Visit the Science Park, an interactive museum perfect for families and science enthusiasts
- Relax in the Arab Baths, a traditional hammam offering a serene escape
- Take a guided walking tour to learn about Granada's rich history and culture
- Enjoy a flamenco show in one of the traditional venues in Sacromonte.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Málaga to Granada, follow these tips:
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- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Málaga to Granada
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the arrivals area.
- Bus: A, C1, C2 Train: C1
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 10, 33
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