What is the cheapest way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €120 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Sierra Nevada (Spain) and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Pradollano - Sierra Nevada and arriving at Estación Sur de Autobuses via Granada Estación de Autobuses. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Sierra Nevada (Spain) and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Granada and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

The distance between Sierra Nevada (Spain) and Madrid is 603 km. The road distance is 451 km.

How do I travel from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €120 - €230.

How long does it take to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid bus from?

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Granada Estación de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid train from?

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Granada station.

Train or bus from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

The best way to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs €120 - €230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid bus arrive?

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where does the Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid train arrive?

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid is 451 km. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 7041+ hotels available in Madrid.

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid by train (Renfe), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Renfe)
best
1. Take the train from Granada to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
4h 16m
€124–223
Bus to Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pradollano - Sierra Nevada to Estación de Autobuses de Granadabus
2. Fly from Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport (GRX) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane GRX - MAD
4h 40m
€34–224
Bus
1. Take the bus from Granada Estación de Autobuses to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus ALSA - Gra-Mad / ...
6h 45m
€36–58
Drive 451 km
1. Drive from Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madridcar 451 km
4h 48m
€72–103
Bus via Jaén
1. Take the bus from Estación de Autobuses de Granada to Jaénbus L-532
2. Take the bus from Jaén to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus 601
8h 15m
€52–75
Train to Málaga Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Granada to Malaga Maria Zambranotrain
2. Fly from Málaga Airport (AGP) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane AGP - MAD
6h 26m
€64–198
Train to Almería Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Granada to Almeriatrain
2. Fly from Almería Airport (LEI) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane LEI - MAD
8h 6m
€100–288

Sierra Nevada (Spain) to Madrid by bus

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Distance: 603.5 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Sierra Nevada (Spain), Andalusia, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Granada to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 4 hours. Tickets cost €85–160 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Renfe Viajeros also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Granada Estación de Autobuses to Estación Sur de Autobuses every 3 hours. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h.

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