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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Granada
- Cheapest price on Nov 10
- €36
- Average ticket price on Nov 10
- €46
- Fastest journey on Nov 10
- 3 h 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 10
- 4 h 1 m
- Trains on Nov 10
- 4
- Distance
- 359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Granada is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Granada will cost around €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Tue, Nov 10, we found 4 trains from Madrid to Granada, including 4 direct services.
On Tue, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .
On Tue, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 37 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.
6:50 PM 3h25 Madrid 10:15 PM Granada €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
2:43 PM 5h37 Madrid 8:20 PM Granada €40 1 One-way 0 transfers5:50 PM 3h25 Madrid 9:15 PM Granada €52 1 One-way 0 transfers2:40 PM 3h37 Madrid 6:17 PM Granada €56 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:50 PM 3h25 Madrid 10:15 PM Granada €36 1 One-way 0 transfers5:50 PM 3h25 Madrid 9:15 PM Granada €52 1 One-way 0 transfers2:40 PM 3h37 Madrid 6:17 PM Granada €56 1 One-way 0 transfers2:43 PM 5h37 Madrid 8:20 PM Granada €40 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Granada
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Trains from Madrid to Granada run on average 50 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 359 km distance in 3h 3m.
Distance 359 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 3m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Madrid to Granada train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Granada trains for today, Monday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:40 PM Madrid | 3h46 | 6:26 PM Granada | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:43 PM Madrid | 5h37 | 8:20 PM Granada | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:40 PM Madrid | 3h37 | 7:17 PM Granada | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:50 PM Madrid | 3h25 | 9:15 PM Granada | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:50 PM Madrid | 3h25 | 10:15 PM Granada | 0 transfersDirect |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid and Granada
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Trains from Madrid to Granada
Travellers planning a trip south from the Spanish capital to Andalucia can take direct trains from Madrid to Granada seven days a week. Connections on the AVE high-speed network take a little over three hours to reach Granada. Daily departure times from Atocha Station in the capital include morning, afternoon and evening services.
Madrid to Granada train time: daily departures
The Renfe schedule for high-speed AVE trains from Madrid to Granada provides three departures daily, seven days a week. Departure times from Madrid are in the early morning, mid-afternoon, and mid-evening. Indirect journeys to the Andalucian city are not a practical consideration, due to lengthy diversions and long waits between connections.
How long is the journey by train from Madrid to Granada?
The afternoon AVE service from Madrid to Granada takes three hours and 17 minutes to cover the 257-mile route south from the capital to Granada. The morning and evening departures take two minutes longer to complete the trip to the Andalucian city.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Madrid to Granada?
Departure train station: Madrid Atocha Station is located on the south-east side of the city centre, served by Metro trains and buses taking about 10 minutes to get to the terminus from downtown. Facilities on the station concourse include restaurants, tapas bars, luggage storage lockers, a shopping mall, mini-markets, florists, ATMs and free WiFi.
Arrival train station: Granada station is located a short walk south of the historic centre, with bus links to the main tourist sites taking around 10 minutes. The station has a cafe-restaurant, a newsagent, ATMs, car rental desks, luggage storage facilities and taxi stands.
Which train companies travel from Madrid to Granada?
The Spanish state rail operator Renfe is the only company providing trains from Madrid to Granada. All services from Madrid Atocha to the Andalucian city are AVE express services operating on the high-speed line to southern Spain.
Renfe: Madrid to Granada
Renfe's AVE trains depart three times a day, seven days a week from Atocha Station in the capital, reaching speeds of up to 205 mph on their journey south to Andalucia. Journey times to Granada are three hours and 17 minutes or three hours and 19 minutes.
Madrid to Granada trains: services on board
Renfe's AVE trains from Madrid to Granada offer passengers a choice of seating in two classes, Preferente or Turista. Trains are equipped with cafe-bars and WiFi. Passengers with limited mobility have access to dedicated wheelchair spaces on board AVE trains and staff are available to assist passengers with boarding, alighting and transit through stations. Pets are allowed on AVE trains, but must weigh no more than 10 kg and travel in a pet carrier. A pet ticket is free for Preferente class passengers, or 25% of the cost of a Turista class fare. Cyclists can only transport their bikes on AVE trains if it is foldable and placed in a bike carrier.
How to find cheap train tickets from Madrid to Granada?
AVE train services are dynamically priced, meaning it pays to book well in advance. With only three trains a day from Madrid to Granada, the cheapest tickets on the high-speed route to Andalucia tend to be snapped up well in advance. Travellers who have a little flexibility in their schedule will often find they can make savings by taking the evening departure rather than the morning train, but those with fixed plans should take care to book online well before their intended travel dates.
FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Granada
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Granada by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Granada, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Granada
Most Madrid to Granada trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Granada station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Granada train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Granada leave from?
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Which Granada station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
Granada train station facilities and services
Granada has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Granada.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Granada.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Granada. Information desks are available at Granada.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Granada: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Granada: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Granada.
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