Rabat to Alhambra - 8 ways to travel via train, car ferry, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Rabat to Alhambra by train, car ferry, bus, car or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Recommended option

Train, car ferry, bus • 11h 10m

Take the train from Rabat Agdal to Tanger Ville station
Take the car ferry from Tanger-Med to Algeciras Port
Take the bus from Algeciras to Estación de Autobuses de Granada

Cheapest option

Fly Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén • 8h 54m

Fly from Rabat-Salé (RBA) to Granada-Jaén (GRX) RBA - GRX

6 alternative options

Bus, car ferry • 13h 12m

Take the bus from Rabat to Tanger
Take the car ferry from Tanger-Med to Algeciras Port
Take the bus from Algeciras to Estación de Autobuses de Granada

Drive, car ferry • 12h 49m

Drive from Rabat to Nador
Take the car ferry from Nador to Motril
Drive from Motril to Alhambra

Fly Rabat-Salé to Malaga, train • 6h 52m

Fly from Rabat-Salé (RBA) to Malaga (AGP) RBA - AGP
Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada

Train to Tangier, fly to Malaga, train • 6h 58m

Take the train from Rabat Agdal to Tanger Ville station
Fly from Tangier (TNG) to Malaga (AGP) TNG - AGP
Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada

Train to Casablanca, fly to Malaga, train • 8h 45m

Take the train from Rabat Ville to Casablanca
Fly from Casablanca (CMN) to Malaga (AGP) CMN - AGP
Take the train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada

Fly Rabat-Salé to Sevilla, train • 7h 51m

Fly from Rabat-Salé (RBA) to Sevilla (SVQ) RBA - SVQ
Take the train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Granada

Quickest way to get there Cheapest option Distance between

Rabat-Salé (RBA) to Granada-Jaén (GRX) flights

14 Weekly Planes

6h 49m Average Duration

€27 Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Rabat to Alhambra?

The cheapest way to get from Rabat to Alhambra is to train and fly which costs MAD 500 - MAD 3,100 and takes 6h 58m.

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What is the fastest way to get from Rabat to Alhambra?

The fastest way to get from Rabat to Alhambra is to fly and train which takes 6h 52m and costs MAD 400 - MAD 4,100.

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How far is it from Rabat to Alhambra?

The distance between Rabat and Alhambra is 590 km.

How do I travel from Rabat to Alhambra without a car?

The best way to get from Rabat to Alhambra without a car is to train and car ferry and bus which takes 11h 10m and costs MAD 600 - MAD 2,600.

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How long does it take to get from Rabat to Alhambra?

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Rabat to Alhambra, including transfers.

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What is the time difference between Rabat and Alhambra?

Alhambra is 1h ahead of Rabat. It is currently 7:33 AM in Rabat and 8:33 AM in Alhambra.

Where can I stay near Alhambra?

There are 2941+ hotels available in Alhambra. Prices start at €50 per night.

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Distance: 590.3 km
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Rabat, Morocco and Alhambra, Andalusia, Spain?

Royal Air Maroc, Iberia and three other airlines fly from Rabat to Alhambra twice daily.

Airlines

Iberia

Website: iberia.com

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Madrid

Ave. Duration: 7h 1m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: €70 - €390

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Barcelona

Ave. Duration: 6h
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: €80 - €490

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Malaga, Melilla

Ave. Duration: 7h 50m
When: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price: €27 - €320

Flights from Tangier to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price: €50 - €550

Flights from Casablanca to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h 33m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €95 - €420

Royal Air Maroc

Website: royalairmaroc.com

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Madrid

Ave. Duration: 7h 55m
When: Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Estimated price: €90 - €410

Flights from Casablanca to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h 33m
When: Every day
Estimated price: €95 - €420

Vueling Airlines

Website: vueling.com

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Barcelona

Ave. Duration: 6h
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: €80 - €490

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Granada-Jaén via Madrid

Ave. Duration: 7h 10m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Estimated price: €35 - €340

Ryanair

Website: ryanair.com

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h 5m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: €17 - €430

Flights from Tangier to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 50 min
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: €15 - €320

Flights from Rabat-Salé to Sevilla

Ave. Duration: 1h
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price: €15 - €380

Air Arabia Maroc

Website: airarabia.com

Flights from Casablanca to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h 10m
When: Friday and Sunday
Estimated price: €50 - €260

Gulf Air Bahrain

Website: gulfair.com

Flights from Casablanca to Malaga

Ave. Duration: 1h 15m
When: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Estimated price: €100 - €260

Train operators

Moroccan Railways (ONCF)

Morocco’s comfortable and fast train network is operated by ONCF (Office National des Chemins de Fer) and links many tourist destinations, including a high-speed TGV link from Tangier via Rabat and Casablanca to Marrakech. For popular destinations where there is no train service, ONCF-operated Supratours offers connecting bus services from the nearest railway station to places like Agadir, Tétouan and Essaouira.

Contact Details

Phone: 2255
Email: communication.digitale@oncf.ma
Website: oncf-voyages.ma

Train from Rabat Agdal to Tanger Ville station

Ave. Duration: 1h 20m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: €8 - €15
Schedules at: oncf-voyages.ma

2nd Class: €8 - €11
1st Class: €12 - €15

Train from Rabat Ville to Casablanca

Ave. Duration: 55 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: €3 - €8
Schedules at: oncf-voyages.ma

2nd Class: €3 - €5
1st Class: €5 - €8

ONCF Economy Class Seat

Moroccan Railways country

Wikiwand

Moroccan Railways train

Renfe Viajeros

Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.

Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros

Contact Details

Phone: +34 91 232 03 20
Website: renfe.com

Train from Malaga Maria Zambrano to Granada

Ave. Duration: 1h 18m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: €15 - €21
Website: https://www.renfe.com/es/en

Train from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Granada

Ave. Duration: 2h 32m
Frequency: 4 times a day
Estimated price: €29 - €40
Website: https://www.renfe.com/es/en

Train at Barcelona Estacio de Francia

Nicky Boogaard

Regional train interior

Ricardo Ricote Rodríguez

Bus operators

ALSA

A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.