There are 8 ways to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station by train, bus, car or plane
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Train
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Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada
Bus via Madrid Estacion Sur
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Take the bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada
Drive
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Drive from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station
Train, fly to Granada
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Take the train from Atocha to Nuevos Ministerios
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Granada (GRX)
Fly to Malaga, bus
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Malaga (AGP)
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Take the bus from Aeropuerto Malaga to Granada
Fly to Almeria, bus
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Almeria (LEI)
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Take the bus from Almería to Granada - Estación de Autobuses 1
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station by walk and bus
The journey time between Madrid Atocha Station and Granada Station is around 5h 35m and covers a distance of around 419 km. This includes an average layover time of around 5 min. The fastest journey normally takes 5h 35m. Operated by Empresa Municipal de Transportes and FlixBus, the Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station service departs from Madrid Atocha Station and arrives in Granada. Typically three services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Average journey times
Route information
First and last service
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station walk and bus schedules
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station is to bus which costs €22 - €28 and takes 6h 33m.
The quickest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station is to train via Granada which costs €55 - €110 and takes 3h 44m.
No, there is no direct bus from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station. However, there are services departing from Reina Sofía and arriving at Granada via Madrid Estacion Sur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha and arriving at Granada. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.
The distance between Madrid Atocha Station and Granada Station is 357 km. The road distance is 413.1 km.
The best way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station without a car is to train via Granada which takes 3h 44m and costs €55 - €110.
It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station, including transfers.
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid Estacion Sur station.
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.
The best way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station is to train via Granada which takes 3h 44m and costs €55 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus via Madrid Estacion Sur, which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 59m.
- Distance: 356.9 km
- Duration: 3h 44m
What companies run services between Madrid Atocha Station, Spain and Granada Station, Spain?
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada once daily. Tickets cost €55 - €110 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada hourly. Tickets cost €30 - €45 and the journey takes 4h 30m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €200
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €200
Flights from Madrid to Almeria
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €320
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Malaga
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €190
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Malaga via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 30m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €22 - €150
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 17m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €110
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €55 - €75
- Promo+
- €64 - €69
- Flexible
- €85 - €110
This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 (0) 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Atocha to Nuevos Ministerios
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Every 10 minutes
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- 902 320 320
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanias to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios
- Ave. Duration
- 8 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €5 - €7
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Madrid Estacion Sur to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- alsa.com
Bus from Aeropuerto Malaga to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Website
- alsa.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid to Granada
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 20m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €21 - €26
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 956 291 168
- comercial@tgcomes.es
- Website
- tgcomes.es
Bus from Almería to Granada - Estación de Autobuses 1
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €14 - €18
- Schedules at
- tgcomes.es
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The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 10m.
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Granada station.
Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Granada station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station is 413 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Madrid Atocha Station to Granada Station.
Iberia offers flights from Madrid Airport to Granada Airport.
There are 1545+ hotels available in Granada Station. Prices start at €87 per night.