How to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real

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Compare bus and train for Granada to Ciudad Real

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granada to Ciudad Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, while a train costs an average of $63.

Distance: 125 miles (202 km)

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$25

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$63

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$53

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3h 36m

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3h 6m

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3h 13m

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2h 43m

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2h 48m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real is a bus with an average price of $25.

This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Ciudad Real:

A bus is $39 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Ciudad Real costing on average $63.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real is by train with an average journey time of 3h 13m.

Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Granada and Ciudad Real including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Granada to Ciudad Real among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 compared to roughly $53 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $28. The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 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.

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.

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from Granada to Ciudad Real

How to get from Granada to Ciudad Real by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Renfe AVANT08505+Renfe AVLO02217
    6:17 PM4h19
    Granada station
    10:36 PMCiudad Real station
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Renfe AVANT08505+Renfe AVLO02217
    6:17 PM4h19
    Granada station
    10:36 PMCiudad Real station
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AVE03933
    7:55 AM2h32
    Granada station
    10:27 AMCiudad Real station
    $601One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe AVANT08575+Renfe AVLO02217
    4:22 PM6h14
    Granada station
    10:36 PMCiudad Real station
    $481One-way
    1 transfer
  • Renfe AVANT08575+Renfe AVLO02187
    4:22 PM4h17
    Granada station
    8:39 PMCiudad Real station
    $501One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE03933 · 03981
    7:55 AM10h34
    Granada station
    6:29 PMCiudad Real station
    $501One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Granada to Ciudad Real

Travel to Ciudad Real easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Granada to Ciudad Real.

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There are 2 options to travel between Granada and Ciudad Real including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real is a bus with an average price of $23.

This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Ciudad Real:

A bus is $11 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Ciudad Real costing on average $34.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Ciudad Real is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 47m.

The distance from Granada to Ciudad Real is approximately 125 miles (202 km).
The average frequency per day from Granada to Ciudad Real is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Granada and Ciudad Real as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Granada to Ciudad Real:
  • Trains mostly depart from Granada station and arrive in Ciudad Real station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Granada, Estación De Autobuses and arrive in Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Granada to Ciudad Real, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe AVANT, AVE, Renfe ALVIA to go to Ciudad Real by train.
  • Travel with Alsa to go to Ciudad Real by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Granada to Ciudad Real with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with AVE.
  • 2 direct buses per day with Alsa.
Omio customers who travel from Granada to Ciudad Real often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Toledo, Barcelona, Málaga, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ciudad Real and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ciudad Real to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ciudad Real, you can explore the local gastronomy with a tapas tour through the city's best bars and restaurants, attend a performance at Teatro Quijano, and visit the Provincial Museum to learn about the region's heritage. Enjoy a leisurely stroll or picnic in Parque de Gasset and participate in a wine tasting tour of La Mancha wines. Must-see sights include the medieval Puerta de Toledo, the Gothic Catedral de Santa María del Prado, the historic Plaza Mayor, Museo del Quijote dedicated to Don Quixote, and the Iglesia de San Pedro with its architectural charm.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Ciudad Real, allowing time to visit its historical sites, cultural attractions, and enjoy local cuisine.
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