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Compare train and bus for Málaga to Granada
Omio 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 an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
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$16 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $25 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m 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 $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Granada costing on average $34.
Other travel options to Granada take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Tickets start at around $16 compared to roughly $25 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9. The journey takes 1h 58m 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Málaga to Granada
How to get from Málaga to Granada by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Málaga to Granada is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- Normal4:00 PM1h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:30 PMGranada, Estación De Autobuses$171One-way0 transfers
Cheapest
- Normal4:00 PM1h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses5:30 PMGranada, Estación De Autobuses$171One-way0 transfers
Fastest
088558:20 PM1h22Málaga María Zambrano9:42 PMGranada station$281One-way0 transfers
Other options
- 088354:38 PM1h22Málaga María Zambrano6:00 PMGranada station$281One-way0 transfers
- 088159:20 AM1h23Málaga María Zambrano10:43 AMGranada station$281One-way0 transfers
- 02203 · 039328:00 PM3h13Málaga María Zambrano11:13 PMGranada station$421One-way1 transfer
- Normal2:00 PM1h45Malaga, Estación de Autobuses3:45 PMGranada, Estación De Autobuses$171One-way0 transfers
- Normal9:00 PM1h45Malaga, Estación de Autobuses10:45 PMGranada, Estación De Autobuses$171One-way0 transfers
- Normal11:15 PM1h45Malaga, Estación de Autobuses1:00 AMGranada, Estación De Autobuses$171One-way0 transfers
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How to Travel from Malaga to Granada
Malaga and Granada are two popular tourist destinations in Southern Spain which are only 125 km apart. Despite their close proximity the only direct public transport connection between them is by bus. Passengers wishing to travel by plane would need to take a flight to Madrid from Malaga and then an onward connection to Granada. This is, however, an expensive and time-consuming method of making this short journey.
Buses from Malaga to Granada | Trains from Malaga to Granada | Return trips from Granada to Malaga
Malaga to Granada Travel Comparison
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€12 |
1:30 h |
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€29 |
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What is the best way to travel from Malaga to Granada?
Cheapest way to travel from Malaga to Granada
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Malaga to Granada. Buses traveling from Malaga to Granada depart from Malaga's bus station and take at least 1½ hours to arrive at Granada's bus station. Over 30 buses travel from Malaga to Granada every day, with the first bus departing Malaga at 7:00 a.m. All buses traveling from Malaga to Granada are operated by Alsa.
Fastest way to travel from Malaga to Granada
Traveling by bus is the fastest way to travel from Malaga to Granada. More than 30 direct buses running from Malaga to Granada are offered daily, allowing travelers to choose the most convenient time to take their trip. Direct bus services from Malaga to Granada are offered by Alsa, and car sharing services provided by Bla Bla Car also available.
Most popular way to travel from Malaga to Granada
Taking the bus is the most popular way to travel from Malaga to Granada. Traveling from Malaga to Granada by bus is both faster and cheaper than taking the train. Buses between Malaga and Granada are direct, while trains require a change in Antequera Santa Ana. Alternatively, travelers that prefer to fly first have to go to Madrid to fly into Granada. Taking these factors into consideration, traveling by bus from Malaga to Granada is the most popular option.
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This is compared to other travel options from Málaga to Granada:
A bus is $17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Málaga to Granada costing on average $34.
Other travel options to Granada take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
- Around 37 buses per day.
- Around 35 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Málaga and Granada as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Málaga María Zambrano and arrive in Granada station.
- Buses mostly depart from Malaga, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Granada, Estación De Autobuses.
- Travel with Alsa to go to Granada by bus.
- Travel with Renfe AVANT, AVE, Renfe ALVIA to go to Granada by train.
- 37 direct buses per day with Alsa.
- 2 direct trains per day with Renfe AVANT.
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