Madrid to Granada by bus
Granada lies 359 km (223 mi) south of Madrid, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 6 h 42 min including stops, over roughly 438 km (272 mi) of road.
| Madrid | Granada | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Spain | Spain |
| Population | 3.3 million | 233,532 |
| Elevation | 665 m (2,182 ft) | 689 m (2,260 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) | UTC+2 (Europe/Madrid) |
| Postal codes | 04810–28087 | 18001–18182 |
Where to book buses from Madrid to Granada
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Staying in Granada
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Common questions
How far is Granada from Madrid?
359 km (223 mi) in a straight line, south of Madrid; by road roughly 438 km (272 mi).
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Granada by bus?
About 6 h 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madrid and Granada?
No, both are on Europe/Madrid at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.