Trains from Barcelona to Granada
The cheapest Trains
from Barcelona
to Granada
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Showing times and prices for May 24
The best way to find a cheap fare is to book your ticket as far in advance as you can and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Granada will cost around $ 216 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $ 191.
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The fastest trains
from Barcelona
to Granada
Fastest Journey
11h 33m
Average
14h 17m
train per day
6
Distance
681 km
Showing times and prices for May 24
Of the 6 trains that leave Barcelona for Granada every day 0 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 681 km distance in an average of 14h 17m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11h 33m .
The slowest trains will take 16h 28m 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.
Journey Summary
Barcelona to Granada Train Information
| Trains depart from: | Barcelona | |
| Trains arrive in: | Granada | |
| Distance: | 681 km |
Trains from Barcelona to Granada
There are no direct trains in Spain between Barcelona and Granada but the Spanish train provider Renfe offers daily trains between the two cities with connections at Madrid, Antequera-Santa Ana, or Cordoba. There are 7 daytime departures starting at just before 6:00 a.m. and continuing until around 8:30 p.m. with journey times of between 7½ and 9½ hours.
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Barcelona to Granada Train Cost
Average prices for Renfe trains from Barcelona to Granada when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€209 |
1 Day in Advance |
€181 |
1 Week in Advance |
€105 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€93 |
1 Month in Advance |
€82 |
3 Months in Advance |
€64 |
Barcelona to Granada Trains: General Information
Travelers in Spain can offset some of the cost of Barcelona to Granada train tickets by planning ahead and booking tickets as far in advance as possible.
All Barcelona to Granada trains are run by Renfe.- All Renfe trains are direct, depart from Barcelona's Sants train station and arrive at Granada train station.
- Journey Time: The Barcelona to Granada train journey takes as little as 7 hours and 40 minutes to arrive in Granada.
- Most travelers book their Barcelona to Granada train tickets approximately 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Barcelona to Granada trains decrease the further you book in advance:
- It is 13% cheaper to book a Barcelona to Granada train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- It is 50% cheaper to purchase Barcelona to Granada train tickets 1 week ahead of when you intend to travel.
- Finally, Barcelona to Granada train costs are 61% cheaper when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
Taking the Train from Barcelona
Renfe trains for Granada depart from Barcelona Sants Station, a large international terminus located to the South West of the city. Sants train station has good transport links into the city center which connect with an efficient network of buses, trams, local and Metro trains. Barcelona also has several night bus services while car rentals and taxis are available at the station.
Getting into Granada by Train
Granada is a beautiful and historic city and the ideal destination for a short city break. Within a short drive of an hour, visitors can take advantage of skiing in the Sierra Granada or enjoy the beautiful Andalusian coastline. In the city of Granada itself, the main attraction is the stunning Alhambra. This Moorish and medieval complex is made up of the Alcazaba, the Palacio Nazaries, the Generalife Garden and the ancient Medina. Visitors should plan on taking at least a day to explore the Alhambra. Granada's main train station is just a short bus ride away from the historic heart of the city or the journey can be made by taxi from the rank located outside the station entrance. The best way to enjoy the city's atmosphere is on foot although frequent local buses cover all areas.
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