Buses and routes from Granada Station
Public transport connections
Granada Bus Station, located in the northern part of the city, is the main entry point for national and international travelers. Its functional design facilitates a quick connection to the historic center and the metropolitan area through an integrated transport network.
Metro and urban bus
Granada Metro
The station has its own homonymous stop, "Estación de Autobuses", belonging to line 1 of the light metro that crosses the city from north to south:
- Line 1: Directly connects with key points such as the train station (Andaluces), the center (Recogidas), the Palace of Sports and the Nevada Shopping Center, ending in Armilla.
Urban Bus (Transportes Rober):
At the terminal door and its surroundings, several lines operate that allow you to reach any neighborhood in Granada:
- Line 33: Crosses the entire city passing through Gran Vía (center) to the Congress Palace and the southern area.
- Line 21: Joins the station with the Zaidín neighborhood passing through the Plaza de Toros area.
- Line N5 : Facilitates direct access to the Casería de Montijo and Cartuja area.
Recommended App: To move like a local, download the Granada Bus App or consult the Granada Transport Consortium for intercity routes and recharging the interoperable wallet card.
Connection with the airport
Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport (GRX) is located about 17 km from the city and has a dedicated service:
- Airport Line (Alsa): The bus makes a specific stop at the Granada Bus Station. Estimated time: 40-45 minutes. Frequency: Coordinated with flight arrivals and departures.
- Taxi: There is an official rank right at the exit of the terminal. The journey to the airport has an approximate fixed rate of €25-30 depending on the schedule.
Car rental
If you prefer to drive to visit the Alpujarra or the Costa Tropical, you will find various options in the surroundings and strategic points of the city.
Available companies
- At the Train Station (Av. de Andaluces): About 10 minutes by metro from the bus station, you will find offices of Avis, Budget, Europcar and Sixt.
- At Granada Airport: Companies such as OK Mobility, Goldcar and the main international agencies operate there.
Mobility tip: If you are going to Sierra Nevada, the most comfortable option is to take the direct Alsa buses that leave from the station's own platforms.
Granada Bus Information: Schedules, Destinations and Contact
The station is located at Calle Juan Pablo II, s/n. It is a modern terminal that centralizes all long-distance traffic and a large part of the regional connections of the province.
Station Opening Hours
Every day: 06:00h – 01:30h
Main destinations from this station
National: Madrid, Sierra Nevada, Malaga, Seville, Almería, Córdoba, Jaén, Barcelona.
International: Routes to France, Portugal and Morocco.
Practical Information
Parking: Underground available in the same building.
Services available at the station
- Waiting room: Large central area with seats and informative electronic panels about upcoming departures.
- Luggage lockers: Automatic locker service to store luggage safely during your visit to the city.
- Dining: Cafeteria-restaurant offering breakfast, daily menus and takeaway food.
- Kiosk and Press: Convenience store with press, magazines, books and essential items.
- ATMs: Cash withdrawal terminals available in the main lobby.
- Accessibility: Access without architectural barriers, elevators and toilets adapted for PRM.
- Ticket Sales: Ticket offices of the main companies and self-service machines available.
- Security: Security staff and surveillance cameras throughout the complex.
- Taxi Rank: Located right in front of the main entrance with 24-hour service.
- Information Point: Customer service desk to solve doubts about routes and schedules.
Where to buy your ticket
| Unlimited trips for 30 days for hundreds of destinations (personal). |
Not nominative, you can share it and it is valid for 1 year. |
Travel within your community with discounts starting from 40%. |
| Personal and non-transferable flat rate for youth aged 15 to 26. |
Personal option for recurring trips for those over 26 years old. |
No-cost trips for the little ones aged 0 to 14 (Personal). |
Useful information before traveling
Rutas
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Granada
The station is closed from 01:30 AM to 05:00 AM. You must wait outside, where there is 24h surveillance and a taxi rank at the main entrance.
The main lobby is at street level (tickets, cafe). Bus bays are arranged in a semicircle around the building, accessible from the lobby.
Fast-charging totems in the lobby or USB ports at your seat in most Alsa buses (Supra and Confort classes).
Yes, if folded. In 2026, e-scooters must have a DGT certificate. Charging batteries inside the terminal is prohibited.
Pay a supplement (€5-€10) and pack the equipment. Arrive at the bay 15 minutes before departure.
If you lost it at the station, go to the Information Point or call +34 958 18 54 80. If the item was left on the bus, you must contact the transport company directly. Unclaimed items after 4 weeks are sent to the municipal Lost and Found Office.
You must request the assistance service (PRM) at least 48 hours in advance through the website or phone of the company you are traveling with. The station has elevators and ramps connecting both levels to facilitate your access to the platforms.
You should check the digital screens located on both levels of the terminal. Platforms are usually divided by companies or destinations: the lower lobby gives direct access to the bay area, where each door indicates the platform number.
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