Buses and routes from
the Motril Station
Public transport connections
Motril Bus Station is the main transport hub of the Costa Tropical. Located in the northern part of the city, this terminal strategically connects the Granada coast with the main Andalusian capitals and the rest of the peninsula, offering fluid intermodality with urban services and the Port of Motril.
Urban bus and mobility
Motril Urban Buses
The station has local transport network stops in its vicinity, allowing quick access to the key points of the municipality and its beaches:
- Line 1 (Circular): Connects the station with the shopping center, the historic center, and the main administrative services.
- Beach and Port Connection: Regular services linking the terminal with the Port of Motril, Playa Granada, and the town center of Torrenueva Costa.
Connection with the Port of Motril:
Given the importance of maritime traffic, there are specific services connecting the station with the port area for travelers taking ferry connections to Melilla, Nador, Al Hoceima, or Tangier Med.
Recommended App: We advise you to check the schedule information on the official Motril City Council website or use global mobility apps to plan your transfers to the coastal hamlets.
Connection with airports
Motril is located in an equidistant position between two major airports, facilitating international flight options:
- Malaga-Costa del Sol Airport (AGP): Direct bus connections from Motril station with an approximate duration of 1h 30min.
- Granada-Jaén Airport (GRX): Connection by bus with a transfer at the Granada city station. The total journey takes between 1h 45min and 2h.
- Taxi: Official rank located at the main terminal entrance for fast transfers and intercity services.
Car rental
To explore the Costa Tropical or the Granada Alpujarra, private mobility offers an excellent option from the terminal.
Available companies
- Station surroundings: Local agencies and collection points for national operators operate on the main avenues near the station.
- Port of Motril: Offices located in the port area also provide service to travelers arriving at the bus station.
Mobility Tip: If you are picking up a rental car to head to Sierra Nevada, we recommend verifying the optional winter equipment available at the agencies near the terminal.
Motril Bus Information: Schedules, Destinations and Contact
The terminal is located at Calle de la Fundición, s/n. It is the point of reference for travel along the Andalusian coast and the Malaga-Almería axis.
Station Opening Hours
Daily: 06:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Subject to long-distance service operations.
Main destinations from this station
National: Granada, Malaga, Almería, Madrid, Seville, and Cordoba.
Regional: Salobreña, Almuñécar, Nerja, Alpujarra villages.
Practical Information
Parking: Large public parking areas in the vicinity.
Available Station Services
- Lobby and Waiting Area: Air-conditioned seating area with direct visibility of the departure bays.
- Lockers: Luggage storage service available for terminal users.
- Dining: Cafeteria with restaurant service and vending machines spread across the premises.
- WiFi: Free internet connection for travelers in common areas.
- Kiosk: Sale of newspapers, snacks, and basic travel items.
- Accessibility: Adapted station with access ramps and toilets for people with reduced mobility.
- Security: Surveillance personnel and security camera systems throughout the complex.
- Customer Service: Ticket sales counters and operator information.
- Taxis: Official 24-hour rank outside the terminal.
- Digital Screens: Real-time updated information on departures, arrivals, and bays.
Where to buy your ticket
| Unlimited travel for 30 days to hundreds of destinations (personal). |
Not nominative, you can share it and it is valid for 1 year. |
Travel through Andalusia with discounts starting at 40%. |
| Personal and non-transferable flat rate for youth aged 15 to 26. |
Personal option for recurring trips for those over 26 years old. |
Zero-cost travel for children aged 0 to 14 (Personal). |
Useful information before traveling
Frequently Asked Questions about Motril Station
The station closes at 01:30 AM, so you cannot wait inside after that time. If your bus leaves very early (e.g., 05:00 AM), the outside area has surveillance and there is a 24-hour taxi rank right at the main entrance for safe late-night transfers.
The terminal is organized into two levels: the upper lobby is for ticket sales and the shopping area, while the lower lobby focuses on dining services and access to the bus platforms.
In addition to the charging towers in the waiting area, if you travel on an Alsa Supra or Confort class bus, you will have USB connectors or individual sockets at your own seat throughout the journey.
Yes, both are allowed in the bus trunk. For electric scooters, in 2026 it is mandatory to have a circulation certificate and an identification label. Like bicycles, they must be folded or packed and the corresponding supplement must be paid when buying the ticket.
Alsa allows the transport of sports equipment for a supplement (approx. €5-€10 depending on the route). You must check it in as special luggage, it must be packed (in a specific bag or box), and you must be at the platform 15 minutes before departure to place it in the trunk.
If you lost it at the station, go to the Information Point. 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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