- Recommended
Museo Arqueológico Cueva de Siete Palacios
Archaeological museum in nearby Almuñécar with Phoenician, Roman, and local finds. Best museum context for understanding La Herradura’s wider coast.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
40 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
20 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Motril to La Herradura is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to La Herradura will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 14 buses that leave Motril for La Herradura on Thu, Aug 06, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 20 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 45 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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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Motril to La Herradura among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $5.
Distance: 12 miles (20 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$5 Average price Cheapest | $6 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $5 compared to roughly $6 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $0.92. The journey takes 49m versus 32m 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.
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 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 0h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 0h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 0h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $4 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 0h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $2 |
The table below shows live departures for Motril to La Herradura buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 4:00 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 4:45 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h40 | 7:10 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h35 | 9:35 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
Normal | 7:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h40 | 7:40 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1h10 | 8:40 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:35 AM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 1h05 | 8:40 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:50 AM Motril, Puerto de Motril | 0h50 | 8:40 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 9:15 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h40 | 10:40 AM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:45 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 1:30 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 1:45 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 0h45 | 2:30 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:50 PM Motril, Estación de Autobuses | 1h15 | 4:05 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana | 1h05 | 4:05 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:15 PM Motril, Puerto de Motril | 0h50 | 4:05 PM La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Motril to La Herradura run on average 15 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 15 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 12 miles (20 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 12 miles (20 km) |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of La Herradura — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Herradura trip today.
Archaeological museum in nearby Almuñécar with Phoenician, Roman, and local finds. Best museum context for understanding La Herradura’s wider coast.
Open-air museum area around a Roman fish-salting factory in Almuñécar. Important for learning about the ancient economy of the Costa Tropical.
Interpretive exhibits inside La Herradura castle often present local maritime and naval history. A compact cultural stop in the village itself.
Main beach and bay promenade, ideal for walking, swimming views, and experiencing the classic curve that gives La Herradura its name.
Scenic natural area with dramatic cliffs and one of the most famous viewpoints on this coast. Excellent for sunsets, photos, and short walks.
Pleasant marina area with coastal walks, boats, and views of Punta de la Mona. Popular for a relaxed stroll away from the main beach.
Espetos are sardines skewered and grilled over charcoal on the beach. A Costa Tropical classic tied to local fishing and seaside chiringuitos.
Pescaito frito is a mix of small local fish lightly floured and fried. It is a staple of the Granada and Andalusian coast, best eaten fresh by the sea.
Gambas al pil-pil are prawns cooked in olive oil with garlic and chilli. This simple tapa is popular on the coast and highlights fresh local seafood.
Refined dining with Mediterranean cooking and sea views at a boutique hotel. Good choice for a more upscale meal and sunset setting.
Well-known beachfront chiringuito specialising in grilled fish, espetos, and rice dishes in a relaxed traditional setting on La Herradura bay.
Established seaside restaurant known for seafood, paella, and Andalusian favourites. Casual atmosphere with strong local reputation.
Moderate for the Costa Tropical. Lodging is often cheaper than major Costa del Sol resorts, while dining and local transport stay fairly reasonable for beach travelers.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to La Herradura 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 La Herradura, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Motril to La Herradura buses use the Motril, Estación de Autobuses to La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano station pair. Use this guide to compare Motril and La Herradura 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, Hospital General Santa Ana has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana. ATMs are available at Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana.
Ticket office support is available at Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana.
Available at Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Motril, Hospital General Santa Ana: Accessible for individuals with disabilities.
La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano. ATMs are available at La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano.
Ticket office support is available at La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano.
Available at La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Herradura, Rotonda Entrada Casco Urbano: Limited accessibility features are present.
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