How to Book Train Travel From Madrid to Granada

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Located just a short drive from the Mediterranean Sea, Granada is a beautiful mixture of historical sights and modern shops. Read on to learn how to book train travel from Madrid to Granada.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Computer with Internet access
Passport

Book Your Train Tickets Online

Step1

Book your ticket online on the RailEurope Web site. See the Resources section below for a link. You can also call (888) 382-RAIL to reserve seats.

Step2

Determine if your travel from Madrid to Granada is an exclusive excursion or part of a longer vacation that will involve other points of interest. If so, you can get a more comprehensive rail pass.

Step3

Book the best rail options and prices available from Madrid to Granada by determining the duration of your stay, the number of stops you wish to make and whether or not you will be traveling to neighboring countries.

Learn Useful Travel Tips

Step1

Remember when you book your train travel from Madrid to Granada that a high-speed rail line does not service this destination.

Step2

Plan on departures from Madrid to Granada starting from the Atocha Station, also known as Puerta de Atocha.

Step3

Confirm your day and time of travel, as departure times can vary depending on the time of year you book your trip.

Step4

Try to book train tickets for weekdays. Travel on Sunday is limited to a single daytime train. When you book your train travel from Madrid to Granada for travel on Sundays, the travel time will be approximately 5.5 hours

Explore Granada

Step1

Travel to Granada via train in mid-June and early July and catch the International Festival of Music and Dance that takes place at the Alhambra and at Generalife.

Step2

Enjoy a breathtaking view of the surrounding areas including the amazing Granada scenery.

Tips & Warnings

Avoid long lines and missed connections by booking your travel arrangements ahead of time online.
Talgo and Altaria in your schedule refer to the type of train, not a location.
Very few amenities are available on the Talgo train that runs on Sundays.