What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra is to bus which costs €50 - €70 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and La Alhambra?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to La Alhambra. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Castuera via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and La Alhambra?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to La Alhambra. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Castuera via Ciudad Real-Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Madrid to La Alhambra?

The distance between Madrid and La Alhambra is 362 km. The road distance is 307.9 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to La Alhambra without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €50 - €100.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to La Alhambra?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Madrid to La Alhambra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to La Alhambra bus from?

Madrid to La Alhambra bus services, operated by Autocares Grupo Samar, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to La Alhambra train from?

Madrid to La Alhambra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to La Alhambra?

The best way to get from Madrid to La Alhambra is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs €50 - €100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €70 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Madrid to La Alhambra bus arrive?

Madrid to La Alhambra bus services, operated by Autocares Grupo Samar, arrive at Castuera station.

Where does the Madrid to La Alhambra train arrive?

Madrid to La Alhambra train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Ciudad Real-Central station.

Can I drive from Madrid to La Alhambra?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to La Alhambra is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Madrid to La Alhambra.

Where can I stay near La Alhambra?

There are 10+ hotels available in La Alhambra.

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There are 3 ways to get from Madrid to La Alhambra by train (Renfe), bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Ciudad Real-Centraltrain Avn / ...
2. Take the train from Ciudad Real-Central to Castueratrain Re / ...
4h 48m
€52–95
Drive 307.9 km
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1. Drive from Madrid to La Alhambracar 307.9 km
4h 12m
€49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Castuerabus 932
5h 48m
€51–70

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Distance: 361.6 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and La Alhambra, Spain?

You can take a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to La Alhambra via Ciudad Real-Central and Castuera in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, Autocares Grupo Samar operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Castuera 4 times a week. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 5h 35m.

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