- Must visit
Parque de las Ciencias
Large interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, and observation areas; one of Granada’s most popular family-friendly cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Buses per day
35
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 $17.
Of the 35 buses that leave Málaga for Granada on Sat, Jun 20, 35 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 1 h 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 Málaga to Granada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 $15, and a train costs an average of $25.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Granada:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Granada costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Granada take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 4m.
Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $25 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $8 (€6). The journey takes 2h 4m versus 1h 48m 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 Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Granada buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 7:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 8:45 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 10:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 11:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:30 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 10:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 11:00 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 11:15 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 9:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 11:45 AM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:15 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 12:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 1:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 12:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:15 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 1:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 11:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 2:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 2:00 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 Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 3:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 3:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 2:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h10 | 4:40 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h50 | 4:50 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:00 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 5:15 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 3:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 5:15 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 5:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 4:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 6:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:00 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h30 | 7:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 5:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 2h00 | 7:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 8:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 8:00 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:00 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 9:15 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 | 7:30 PM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h00 | 9:30 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 9:15 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 8:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h30 | 9:30 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 | 9:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 1h45 | 10:45 PM Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
Normal | 5:30 AM Málaga, Av. del Comandante García Morato (Aeropuerto - Llegadas T3) | 2h15 | 7:45 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 | |
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Buses from Málaga to Granada run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 37 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 30m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 37 |
Direct buses 37 |
Fastest bus 1h 30m |
First bus 2:00 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Granada — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Granada trip today.
Large interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits, planetarium, and observation areas; one of Granada’s most popular family-friendly cultural attractions.
Museum inside the Alhambra complex displaying Nasrid art, ceramics, woodwork, and original architectural pieces that add context to the palaces and fortress.
Historic house museum focused on Granada’s history, art, and local heritage, with a notable Renaissance courtyard and period interiors.
Historic hillside quarter of narrow lanes, whitewashed houses, and classic viewpoints facing the Alhambra; essential for atmosphere and wandering.
Granada’s most famous viewpoint, especially popular at sunset for its postcard view of the Alhambra with the Sierra Nevada behind.
One of Granada’s most photogenic streets, running along the river below the Alhambra with bridges, old facades, and strong social-media appeal.
A historic Granada omelette from the Sacromonte area, traditionally made with eggs and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most distinctive local specialties.
A classic Granadan tapa of tender broad beans sautéed with cured ham. It is especially associated with local spring produce and tavern dining.
Small syrup-soaked sponge cakes topped with toasted cream, originally from nearby Santa Fe and beloved across Granada province as a signature sweet.
A long-running and very popular local institution for tapas and traditional Granada dishes, with a lively atmosphere and reliable city-center location.
A well-known dining spot in the Albaicín, valued for Andalusian cooking and memorable Alhambra views in a romantic carmen-style setting.
A famous traditional tavern near the cathedral, celebrated for vermouth, tapas, cured meats, and classic old-Granada bar atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain. Tapas can be good value, while central hotels and tourist dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for very good service, and round up taxis.
Official public transport app
Granada, Estación De Autobuses -> Granada City Center
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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