Seville-Santa Justa to Granada station train with AVE

Transportation experience

From my recent trip between Seville Santa Justa and Granada, I booked my train ticket on Omio. After selecting Renfe’s AVE service, I could easily compare early departures. Since this was a day trip, the 7:42 AM direct train was perfect. The fare was €56, which felt fair for a comfortable seat and smooth journey. I prefer traveling by train because it’s a calm way to see Andalusia at my own pace. There are also frequent buses from Seville to Granada. Some take about 3 hours, while others take up to 6 and often require a change.

Schedule & frequency

Renfe runs several Seville–Granada trains each day, though many include one transfer. The first train departs around 6:00 AM, and the last one leaves at 8:16 PM. Direct trains usually run early in the morning or late in the afternoon. The early departures are ideal for day-trippers, as they arrive in just a few hours and give you nearly a full day to explore the city before returning. My train with Renfe AVE left at 7:42 AM and arrived in Granada at 10:17 AM, right on schedule.

Onboard experience & services

There’s something special about early morning train rides. It’s the kind where the world still feels quiet and the light slowly shifts outside your window. My journey from Seville Santa Justa to Granada had that same calm energy. On board Renfe’s AVE train, I settled into my Turista class (Estándar) seat, which was spacious and soft enough to get comfortable with my coffee and watch the olive groves roll by. I had a window seat on the right-hand side, a fold-down table, and a power socket for charging my devices. Restrooms were available at the ends of the car, and there was ample storage for luggage. I stashed my small daypack in the overhead rack and kept my smaller bag with my passport beside me on the seat. On Renfe AVE trains from Seville Santa Justa to Granada, you get access to the PlayRenfe entertainment portal. It includes fast, stable internet along with movies, TV shows, and digital newspapers. The Wi-Fi worked well enough for uploading a few videos from my trip. After that, I decided to unplug and enjoy the view. The carriage stayed peaceful the whole way, with a few locals reading and others dozing off, which made the hours pass easily. There’s a cafetería cart on board if you need a snack, but I’d already had breakfast and picked up a pastry at the station. I just listened to music and watched the Andalusian countryside glow in the morning sun. The highlight of the ride was catching the Sierra Nevada mountains as the train approached Granada, their peaks visible in the distance beneath the blue sky. It was one of those simple, grounding travel moments that make train travel in Spain so memorable.

Ticketing advice & budget breakdown

I booked my Santa Justa–Granada ticket a few days in advance to lock in the best schedule and seat. For direct trains, it’s worth booking early because seats go fast. On Renfe AVE services, your ticket includes up to three pieces of luggage (total weight 25 kg), which makes the fare even more worthwhile. Here’s what I spent on this trip:

Top tips & recommendations

• Filter for “direct” trains: They’re limited but worth it for a faster, no-transfer ride. Connecting routes can add an hour or more, so book early if you spot one.
• Arrive 40–45 minutes early: Security is fast, but cafés get busy in the morning. McDonald’s near the entrance is a good place to relax with coffee before boarding.
• Sit by the window: Southern Spain’s sunrise views are golden. If you’re picking a seat, choose one on the right-hand side for the best countryside and mountain views.
• Download the Omio app: It gives you quick access to your digital ticket when boarding. You’ll need to scan the QR code at Renfe’s gates, so having it ready in the app (or as a screenshot) saves time.

Conclusion

Taking the train from Seville to Granada was the perfect way to turn a week in Seville into a relaxed day trip. What made it even better was Renfe's AVE train service. The ride was quick, direct, and comfortable, and arriving early meant I had the whole day ahead. Ready to plan your own journey? Check Omio’s journey planner to compare routes and book your ticket online.