The cheapest and fastest coaches from Madrid to Granada
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Madrid to Granada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Granada will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 20 buses that leave Madrid for Granada every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:004h10Madrid12:10Granada£181One-way0 changes
18:004h20Madrid22:20Granada£201One-way0 changes
13:004h10Madrid17:10Granada£211One-way0 changes
14:004h10Madrid18:10Granada£211One-way0 changes
Normal7:005h00Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses12:00Granada, Estación De Autobuses£211One-way0 changes
8:004h10Madrid12:10Granada£181One-way0 changes
13:004h10Madrid17:10Granada£211One-way0 changes
14:004h10Madrid18:10Granada£211One-way0 changes
8:004h10Madrid12:10Granada£221One-way0 changes
18:004h20Madrid22:20Granada£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Granada
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Granada among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 359 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £147 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Granada bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Granada coaches for today, Wednesday 15 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 8:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 13:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 9:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 14:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 12:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h15 | 17:15 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 12:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 17:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 13:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 17:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 14:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 19:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 15:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 20:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 16:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 21:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 17:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 23:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 18:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 23:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 23:30 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 4:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Normal | 4:45 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h15 | 11:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 5h00 | 10:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal | 5:15 Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América | 5h45 | 11:00 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 6:15 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h15 | 11:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
Supra Economy | 7:00 Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses | 4h30 | 11:30 Granada, Estación De Autobuses | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid to Granada
Buses from Madrid to Granada run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 359 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 359 km |
Average bus duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 0:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Samar, FlixBus from Madrid to GranadaYou can travel by bus between Madrid to Granada with Alsa, Alsa Supra, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Samar, FlixBus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Coaches from Madrid to Granada
coaches in Spain are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international routes. Visitors will find a reliable schedule of coaches from Madrid to Barcelona, with direct services operated by ALSA departing Madrid throughout most of the day. Madrid to Granada coaches take approximately 5 hours to arrive in Granada.
Madrid to Granada coaches: General Information
While taking a coach is slower than the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 4.5 hours to arrive in Granada.
- All Madrid to Granada coaches are run by ALSA.
- Most coaches are direct, depart from Madrid's Intercam Av.America coach station and arrive at Granada's main coach station.
- Travelling from Madrid to Granada by coach takes as little as 5 hours.
- Most travelers book their Madrid to Granada coach ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.
FAQs: Madrid to Granada coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Granada
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Brillante (0.5 km)
- La Taberna de Domínguez (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 8, 102, 148 Metro: L6 Train: C1, C5
- 06:00-23:00
- Rodilla, Mahoudrid
- Step-free access, elevators, accessible toilets
- Located inside the terminal, well-signposted, accessible, and generally clean
- No public showers in the bus station area; showers available in airport lounges (approx. €15-€30 for lounge access)
- Metro Line 8, Aeropuerto T4, 12 km
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Restaurante El Rincón (0.5 km)
- La Vaca Argentina (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 200, 114, 115, 122 Metro: 4, 6, 7, 9
- 06:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 10, 33
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