- Must visit
Museo Arqueológico Cueva de Siete Palacios
Main local archaeology museum with Phoenician, Roman and Islamic finds. Best place to understand ancient Sexi and Almuñécar’s long history.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr11
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr14
Fastest journey on Sep 19
30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
30 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Motril to Almuñécar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Almuñécar will cost around kr14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr11.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 4 buses from Motril to Almuñécar, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 16 km distance in an average of 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Motril to Almuñécar among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr19, while a bus costs an average of kr19.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
kr19 Average price Cheapest | kr29 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 6m Average total duration Fastest 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around kr19 compared to roughly kr29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr10. The journey takes 36m versus 35m 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, 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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price kr11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr32 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price kr11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price kr16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr16 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr24 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price kr20 |
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Almuñécar buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 6:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h40 | 7:10 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 7:30 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h55 | 8:25 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:35 AM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 0h50 | 8:25 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:50 AM Motril, Puerto de Motril | 0h35 | 8:25 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:55 AM Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral | 0h30 | 8:25 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h35 | 8:35 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 9:00 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 10:30 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 11:00 AM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:45 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h50 | 12:35 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:55 AM Motril, Puerto de Motril | 0h40 | 12:35 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral | 0h35 | 12:35 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 1:15 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 2:15 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:50 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1h00 | 3:50 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 0h50 | 3:50 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:15 PM Motril, Puerto de Motril | 0h35 | 3:50 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:20 PM Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral | 0h30 | 3:50 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 4:30 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 7:00 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h30 | 9:00 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h25 | 9:25 PM Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Motril to Almuñécar run on average 19 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr11 if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 25m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average bus duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price kr11 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 25m |
First bus 6:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Almuñécar — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Almuñécar trip today.
Main local archaeology museum with Phoenician, Roman and Islamic finds. Best place to understand ancient Sexi and Almuñécar’s long history.
Open-air archaeological museum of Roman salting vats set in a botanical park. It is compact, central and highly informative.
Interpretive museum inside the castle complex, presenting the fortress history and strategic role over the bay. Pairs well with the ramparts visit.
Botanical park beside Roman ruins and the sea. It is one of Almuñécar’s loveliest strolls, mixing palms, archaeology and easy beach access.
Compact historic center of whitewashed lanes, small squares and traditional houses. Best area for atmosphere, wandering and older architecture.
Scenic seafront promenade along San Cristóbal beach. Ideal for walking, sunsets and broad views toward the Peñón del Santo headland.
Fresh sardines skewered on cane and grilled over embers on the beach. A classic Costa Tropical summer dish tied to seaside chiringuitos.
A cold salad of salt cod, oranges, onions and olives. It reflects Granada coast traditions that combine seafood with local citrus.
Small fried fish such as anchovies or whitebait, lightly battered and served crisp. A staple of Andalusian coastal eating.
Refined seafood restaurant near the marina, known for creative Mediterranean cooking, quality fish and an elegant contemporary setting.
Well-known beachfront chiringuito specializing in grilled fish, espetos and rice dishes in a relaxed traditional coastal atmosphere.
Established restaurant with strong local reputation for fresh seafood, paella and classic Andalusian dishes in a polished setting.
Moderate for the Costa Tropical: dining is reasonable, buses are cheap, and hotels rise in summer but often cost less than larger Costa del Sol resorts.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants often round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes and taxis usually just round up or leave small change.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Almuñécar 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 Almuñécar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Motril to Almuñécar buses use the Motril, Estación de Autobuses to Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I station pair. Use this guide to compare Motril and Almuñécar bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Motril, Puerto de Motril is 3 km from Motril city centre. Public transport options include:
Motril, Puerto de Motril has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants are accessible.
Wi-Fi is available at Motril, Puerto de Motril. ATMs are available at Motril, Puerto de Motril.
Ticket office support is available at Motril, Puerto de Motril.
Available at Motril, Puerto de Motril: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Motril, Puerto de Motril: Wheelchair access available.
Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral is 3 km from Motril city centre. Public transport options include:
Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral. ATMs are available at Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral.
Ticket office support is available at Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral.
Available at Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Motril, Cam. del Pelaíllo / C. Moral: Not equipped for wheelchair access.
Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Available at Almuñecar, Avenida Juan Carlos I: Taxis.
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