How to travel from Granada to Salamanca

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Compare train and bus for Granada to Salamanca

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Granada to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €72 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €72, while a bus costs an average of €76.

Distance: 283 miles (456 km)

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€76

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€72

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Cheapest

€101

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7h 51m

Average total duration

7h 21m

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7h 14m

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6h 44m

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6h 4m

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The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Salamanca is a bus with an average price of €24.

This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Salamanca:

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Granada to Salamanca costing on average €25.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Salamanca is by train with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Salamanca take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Granada and Salamanca including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Granada to Salamanca among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €76. The journey takes 6h 21m versus 6h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Granada to Salamanca

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • AlsaNormal+MonbusNormal
    4:30 PM8h30
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    1:00 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    381One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • AlsaNormal+MonbusNormal
    4:30 PM8h30
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    1:00 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    381One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • IberiaIB1020+Renfe ALVIA04969
    9:15 AM8h16
    Granada Airport
    5:31 PMSalamanca station
    3811One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • AVE02077+Renfe MD18907
    6:50 AM11h38
    Granada station
    6:28 PMSalamanca station
    871One-way
    1 transfer
  • AVE02167+Renfe MD18911
    3:00 PM8h44
    Granada station
    11:44 PMSalamanca station
    1661One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+MonbusNormal
    11:00 AM8h45
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    7:45 PMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    381One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+MonbusNormal
    3:30 PM8h55
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    12:25 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    381One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal+MonbusNormal
    4:00 PM9h00
    Granada, Estación De Autobuses
    1:00 AMSalamanca, Estación de Autobuses
    381One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Granada to Salamanca

Travel to Salamanca 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 Salamanca.

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There are 2 options to travel between Granada and Salamanca including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Granada to Salamanca is a train with an average price of €72.

This is compared to other travel options from Granada to Salamanca:

A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Granada to Salamanca costing on average €76.

The fastest way to travel from Granada to Salamanca is by train with an average journey time of 7h 14m.

Other travel options to Salamanca take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 51m.

The distance from Granada to Salamanca is approximately 283 miles (456 km).
The average frequency per day from Granada to Salamanca is:
  • Around 5 buses per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Granada to Salamanca:
  • Buses mostly depart from Granada, Estación De Autobuses and arrive in Salamanca, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Granada to Salamanca, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros to go to Salamanca by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, Alsa Supra, Samar, BlaBlaCar to go to Salamanca by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Granada to Salamanca:
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Granada to Salamanca often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Porto, Madrid Barajas Airport, Valladolid, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salamanca and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Salamanca to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Salamanca, you can explore the Roman Bridge for picturesque views of the Tormes River, visit vibrant local markets for traditional Spanish goods, and experience the Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum. Enjoy a stroll along the Tormes River, attend a performance at the Liceo Theatre, and admire the Plaza Mayor's Baroque architecture. Discover the University of Salamanca's historic buildings, the Gothic and Baroque styles of Salamanca Cathedral, the shell-adorned Casa de las Conchas, and the intricate Plateresque façade of the Convento de San Esteban.
To explore Salamanca's historic sites, including its cathedrals, Plaza Mayor, and the University, a stay of 2 to 3 days is typically recommended.

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