The opportunity to visit the impressive Alhambra or see the charming Cathedral of the Incarnation are all available to tourists who dare to taste the southernmost region of Spain Andalusia. It is in Granada and Malaga that these and many other remarkable historical monuments are located. Let's take a closer look at how to get from Malaga to Granada.
Possible ways
There are several transport options between the cities of Granada and Malaga, which differ in the duration of the route, cost and level of comfort. The best ways to get there are by bus and car (personal, rented).
Due to the short distance between Granada and Malaga (less than 130 km), there is no direct flight between these cities. And traveling by rail involves at least one change.
| Way | Cost, EUR | Travel time | Notes (edit) |
|---|---|---|---|
| By bus | From 5.45 | 1.30-1.45 hours | Non-refundable ticket without the possibility of making changes. Carrier ALSA. |
| By car: | On average 1 hour 30 minutes | ||
| ● own | from 7.70 | free road | |
| ● rented | from 9.80 | return fee in another city from 30 to 85 euros | |
| ● taxi transfer | from 79 | always a lot of offers | |
| ● traveling companion | from 7 | ||
| From Malaga airport | From 11.57 | 2-2.5 hours | 11 flights every day. Carrier ALSA. |
By bus
ALSA buses run from Malaga to Granada every day with an interval of 30-60 minutes. The first flight departs at 7.00, the last one - at 21.30.
From Malaga, all buses leave from the central bus station Estación de Autobuses de Málaga, which is located on Paseo de los Tilos. Average travel time will be no more than 1.30-1.45 hours.
Passengers are offered tickets with two service classes - Normal and Supra Economy. They differ in the number of onboard services included in the price.
So, in the Normal class, passengers have access to basic options for transporting sports equipment and pets, and in the Supra Economy, Wi-Fi and interactive entertainment are added to these services - watching movies, listening to music, and more. It is worth noting that ALSA buses, like any other buses in Spain, are equipped with air conditioning, which contributes to a comfortable trip in the hot Spanish climate.
The minimum cost of one-way bus tickets is 5.45 euros per passenger.
From Friday to Monday, ticket prices are always higher than on weekdays. The fare also changes depending on the workload of the cabin at the time of departure of the bus.
The ticket can be bought on the official website of the ALSA company or at the ticket offices of the central bus station in Malaga. The current schedule is also available there.
Each passenger is allowed to carry one bag weighing up to 30 kg free of charge. Additional baggage costs 3 euros for one suitcase with the same weight.
For the transport of pets and sports equipment, an additional charge of 5-10 euros is required. Also, for the duration of the trip, you can take out insurance for 1 euro.
For young people aged 12 to 25 and people over 60, the ALSAPLUS + loyalty program is available, which allows you to save up to 40% of the ticket price. Children under three years old can travel for free, while children aged 4-11 must buy a full ticket.
By car
It is easy to get from Malaga to Granada on your own by car. The optimal route, 126 km long, runs along the A-92 road. You can overcome it in just 1.5 hours.
Average fuel consumption on the road for an economy class car (with a consumption of 5 liters per 100 km on the highway) will be no more than 7 liters.
At 2021 prices, this will cost a little over € 9 for a petrol engine and around € 8.50 for a diesel engine.
The lack of your own car will not be a big problem for travelers, as you can always rent a car in Spain. In this case, you must add the daily rental price to your fuel costs, as well as the return charge in another city.
The minimum rental cost for a small car is 9.78 euros. The amount of the return fee depends on the rental office and the class of the rented car and will average € 30-85.
By taxi transfer
For those who do not want to waste time on the selection of a car and filling out documents for rent, the transfer-taxi service may be of interest. Similar offers are found on specialized Internet sites such as Kiwitaxi.
The minimum cost of a taxi transfer from Malaga to Granada will start from 79 euros for an economy class car.
It should be noted that a taxi in Spain is not the cheapest transfer option. At the same time, it is popular among tourists, as it is one of the most convenient types of passenger transport.
A fellow traveler
On the Blablacar service, travelers can find some of the cheapest deals to get from Malaga to Granada. By car, you can get from one city to another for only 7-8 euros, while the average travel time will be the same as in the case of a trip with your own or rented car.
A large number of ride offers are always available from Malaga to Granada and back, so tourists can easily find a convenient departure time for themselves.
From Malaga airport
Some ALSA buses on the Malaga - Granada route stop at Costa del Sol Airport. This option is convenient for those who first plan to visit Granada, so as not to travel by train or bus to the center of Malaga for a transfer.
12 such flights are performed daily with an interval of 30-60 minutes. The bus stop at Malaga Airport is located near Terminal 3, opposite the traffic junction. Tickets can be bought on the ALSA website or at Terminal 3 (Arrivals) at the point of sale. The minimum cost of such a ticket is 11.57 euros.
Conclusion
Malaga and Granada are located just an hour and a half away from each other. Today, this route can be overcome by bus and by car. Average cost per traveler will not exceed € 10 one way. There is no direct rail or air connection between the cities.
