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Compare coach and train for Ciudad Real to Granada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ciudad Real to Granada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. 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 coach costs an average of £18, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 202 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £39 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Ciudad Real to Granada is a coach with an average price of £18.
This is compared to other travel options from Ciudad Real to Granada:
A coach is £31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ciudad Real to Granada costing on average £49.
The fastest way to travel from Ciudad Real to Granada is by train with an average journey time of 2h 49m.
Other travel options to Granada take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 7m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ciudad Real and Granada including taking a coach and train.
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 £18 compared to roughly £39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £21. The journey takes 3h 7m 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.
Direct services are operated by Alsa, BlaBlaCar.
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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Why should you book Ciudad Real to Granada coaches with Omio?
Alsa operates all coaches services from Ciudad Real to Granada.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Ciudad Real to Granada.
Why book with Omio vs Alsa?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Alsa with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Ciudad Real to Granada.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Ciudad Real to Granada.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ciudad Real to Granada
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Buses from Ciudad Real to Granada run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest coach covers the 202 km distance in 3h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 202 km |
Average bus duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 11:00 |
Last bus 22:00 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Ciudad Real to GranadaYou can travel by bus between Ciudad Real to Granada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alsa
About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Alsa Price
£17
Alsa frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.
What's included in each class
Compare Alsa classes and the amenities included in each one.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Granada
Things to do in Granada
Discover the best of Granada — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Granada trip today.
- Recommended
Museo de Bellas Artes de Granada
Fine arts museum inside the Palace of Charles V, showing paintings and sculpture from Granada and Andalusia in a major historic setting.
- Recommended
Museo Arqueológico y Etnológico de Granada
Archaeological museum in a restored old house, with Iberian, Roman and Islamic pieces that trace Granada’s long urban history.
- Recommended
Museo Casa Natal Federico García Lorca - Huerta de San Vicente
Museum dedicated to Federico García Lorca in the poet’s summer home, with personal objects and context on his life and work.
- Must visit
Albaicín
Historic Moorish quarter of steep lanes, white houses and small plazas. Best explored on foot for atmosphere, viewpoints and street life.
- Must visit
Mirador de San Nicolás
Popular square and viewpoint facing the Alhambra. Come for one of Granada’s classic panoramas, especially around sunset.
- Recommended
Sacromonte
Traditional district known for cave houses, hillside paths and flamenco heritage. Distinctive, atmospheric and quieter by day than the centre.
- Gluten-free
Olla de San Antón
A hearty bean and rice stew with morcilla and pork. Strongly linked to Granada’s colder months and classic home-style cooking in the province.
- Gluten-free
Habas con jamón
Broad beans sautéed with cured ham, often served with egg. A simple, iconic Granadan tapa celebrating local spring produce and Andalusian pork.
- Gluten-free
Plato Alpujarreño
A mixed platter of pork cuts, sausage, chips, fried eggs and peppers. It is a famous Granadan bar dish, especially associated with late-night eating.
Restaurante Los Manueles Reyes Católicos
Elegant central restaurant known for refined Andalusian cooking and polished service in a historic setting near the cathedral.
Bodegas Castañeda
Traditional bodega-style spot famous for generous tapas, local dishes and a lively old-Granada atmosphere.
Restaurante Las Tinajas
Established restaurant serving Granadan and Andalusian dishes with a more formal feel, close to the city centre and cathedral area.
Euro (€)
Granada is budget-friendly for Spain: tapas can be low-cost, local buses are cheap, and hotels are usually cheaper than in Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the bill is common but not expected.
Metropolitano de Granada
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.60
- Day pass
- €4.50
To the city centre
Granada, Estación De Autobuses -> Plaza Isabel la Católica, Granada
- Distance
- 3 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Single bus tickets cost €1.60 and can be paid in cash or by card on Granada city buses since September 2024.
- The Metro de Granada 1-day tourist card costs €4.50. Validate on entry and check whether your journey is by metro or city bus, as fares are separate.
FAQs: Ciudad Real to Granada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ciudad Real to Granada by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Granada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Ciudad Real to Granada can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Ciudad Real to Granada is £18; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Ciudad Real to Granada is 3h 0m to travel the 202 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Ciudad Real to Granada leaves at 11:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Ciudad Real to Granada leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Ciudad Real to Granada with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Ciudad Real to Granada, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Granada. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Ciudad Real and Granada and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A trip to Granada from Ciudad Real is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Ciudad Real to Granada is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ciudad Real and Granada including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Ciudad Real to Granada depends on the coach companies:
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Ciudad Real to Granada:
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Ciudad Real to Granada:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Ciudad Real to Granada with the following coach company: Alsa.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ciudad Real and Granada
Most Ciudad Real to Granada buses use the Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses to Granada, Estación De Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Ciudad Real and Granada bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Ciudad Real
Arrival bus stations in Granada
Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses
City-centre transport
Getting to Ciudad Real, Estación de Autobuses from Ciudad Real city centre
Bus5 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~17 min
Which Granada station do buses from Ciudad Real arrive at?
Buses from Ciudad Real to Granada arrive at Granada, Estación De Autobuses. Granada, Estación De Autobuses is 1 km from Granada city centre.
Granada, Estación De AutobusesCarretera de Jaen, s/n, 18013 Granada, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Granada, Estación De Autobuses from Granada city centre
Granada, Estación De Autobuses is 1 km from Granada city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus0111, 0110 · 7m · every ~7 min
Tram1 · 7m · every ~16 min
Granada, Estación De Autobuses bus station facilities and services
Granada, Estación De Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Granada, Estación De Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
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