Private car transfer
from Seville to Granada

The distance between Seville to Granada is approximately 155 miles (250 km) and without stops it takes about three hours. Throughout the way, you would follow a well-maintained highway that cuts through the heart of Andalusia so the route offers beautiful views with rolling hills and small towns.

The biggest tip for the car trip from Seville to Granada is to stop along the way. For instance, your first stop can be the charming city of Ronda, built above a deep gorge. It is famous for its dramatic bridge, Arab baths, and the bullring that inspired some big names such as Ernest Hemingway and Orson Welles.

Another highlight of the trip is stopping by Antequera, an antique city with influences of Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history. Here you can spot some of the best remaining examples of Roman architecture, especially baths. And if you would prefer some fresh breath of nature, then you can enjoy Antequera’s Torcal Natural Park. It offers magnificent natural wonders of rock formations and fossils.

Andalusia is located in a region of cliffs, vast green spaces, and a showcase of Roman history like no other. Anywhere you stop on your way to Granada will leave you with wonderful memories from the drive. At the end of your trip, your driver will deliver you safely to your accommodation in Granada with a fresh appreciation for Spanish culture.

Besides being a city of history stretching over centuries, Granada’s location is so one-of-a-kind that on some spring days, you can swim and ski on the same day. Despite dwelling at the foot of the mountains, it is only a 45-minute drive to the Mediterranean Sea. It is located by the Sierra Nevada mountains and the old town of Granada is divided by the River Darro flowing through.

Thanks to its location, Granada experiences polar opposite weather conditions. During the winter, the temperature can reach freezing level, while in the summer it can get to scorching hot levels with highs over 104°F (40°C).

Granada is also known for its deep connection to flamenco dance, an art form recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. The center of Granada's flamenco tradition is the Sacromonte area, with its hillsides lined with white-washed caves. Originally inhabited by the Roma people, these caverns are now the setting for small-scale flamenco shows that provide a window into the sensual and passionate world of this dance.

Granada’s rich history of cultural fusion, and unique architecture exhibiting art movements, combined with its vibrant flamenco scene, makes it a unique destination to explore the living essence of Spanish heritage.

Discuss your trip with your driver

Daytrip’s drivers are there for travelers who would like to explore as many destinations as possible on the way to Granada. Feel free to communicate with your driver about your preferred route and any stops you want to make. Don’t forget to include some local eateries along the way!

Prioritize comfort

When you are booking your trip from Seville to Granada, make sure you treat yourself. While trains are fine, you’re through one of the most magical regions in Spain. So upgrade to a private car ride with Daytrip, and you can look forward to the most convenient and comfortable trip possible. And even better, Daytrip is the only option that offers sightseeing stops and an English-speaking driver to fill your ride with local insights! This especially applies if you have or are traveling with people with special requirements, kids, elderly passengers, or pets.

Travel insurance

Having travel insurance during your trip to Spain -or anywhere- is pretty important. Travelers who need a visa to travel to Europe have to submit travel insurance to get one. If you do not need to apply for a visa, you should still get travel insurance which covers personal injury, illness, or loss of belonging.

Pack wisely

It is important to keep in mind that Andalusia gets all sorts of weather. While the bulk of what you need to pack depends on the time you will be visiting you should always be prepared. Pack some lightweight clothes that are suitable for warm days of walking as well as a wind-proof jacket and thicker layers since it can get cold in the evenings. If you are visiting Andalusia during spring, you might want to have something to ski in.

Booking tours in advance

If you’d like to be free from the stress of planning every little detail of your time in Granada, book a guided tour of the city. It's a great way to see the city's highlights and learn its history without much effort on your part. Make sure you check the tour’s itinerary beforehand to decide whether the stops included in the tour are interesting for you. AlHambra tours fill up well in advance, so make sure you book your tickets early!

Between Seville and Granada, the distance by road is around 157 miles (252 km) and the trip takes about three hours without stops. Daytrip's private car service will bring you door-to-door, so you don't even need to deal with getting to a train or bus station. Your friendly, English-speaking driver will handle your luggage and then fill your trip with local insights---when you're not exploring enchanting cities like Cordoba or Ronda that is.

From Seville to Granada by train

Taking a train from Seville to Granada is one of the convenient options. There are several trains during the day you can choose from and if you book in advance, the price is usually around $31 (€29). Three of these connections are direct while the rest require a transfer in Cordoba. To take the train, you need to get to the Santa Justa station which is located around 1.25 miles from the center.

If you arrive at Seville airport and would like to get to Granada directly, you would still need to get to Santa Justa. So you will either need to take the EA airport bus or a taxi, which takes 35 minutes.

Traveling by train is usually a pretty comfortable experience because Spanish trains are clean and relaxed. You can lay back and enjoy the scenery as well as eat and drink at the bar car.

From Seville to Granada by bus

Traveling by bus from Seville to Granada is the cheapest option you could consider, a one-way Superflex ticket costs $26.2 (€24.20). The Spanish bus operator ALSA offers ten daily connections between Seville and Granada and the trip takes around three hours. The buses leave from the Plaza de Armas bus station.

Like with the train, there are no buses to Granada available from the airport. You would need to get to the Plaza de Armas either by taxi or the EA airport bus before catching the bus to Granada.

Although you don’t have the chance to stop along the way and explore on a bus ride, it is still a convenient option considering that all the buses include air-conditioning and free WiFi.

Roam around in the Generalife Gardens

Continuing exploring Granada's Islamic architecture with a take a stroll around a rural villa surrounded by beautiful patios and gardens. Built for the Nasrid Sultans, the Generalife Gardens are right next to the Alhambra and are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Some of the outstanding spaces in Generalife are Altos Gardens, the Acequia courtyard, and the Cypress of the Sultano.

Shop in style: Alcaicería

Located near the beautiful Plaza Bib-Rambla and Granada’s cathedral, there lies a unique bazaar of Moorish style. Originally, there was a much bigger bazaar (twice the size of the current one), which was filled with Arabic goods. After a fire destroyed it, a pastiche replacement took its place.

The bazaar here is a modern version of the original one but still sells Arabic craftwork, locally painted ceramics, stained glass lamps, harem pants, and much more as it used to back in the day. If you are into it, here is the place to have your palm read by local gypsy women. Just be careful about pickpockets, the area is infamous for it!

Dive into the Andalusian cuisine

Spanish cuisine is world-renowned, but in Granada, you will experience a specific branch of it. Andalusian cuisine offers a diverse selection of food made of really fresh Mediterranean ingredients with the influences of the Moors and Phoenicians.

The most well-known Andalusian dish is without a doubt gazpacho. This popular Spanish cold soup, made of raw vegetables and lots and lots of tomatoes, makes perfect sense once you've experienced an Andalusian summer.

Another typical dish from Granada is habas con jamón which is a simple one made only of sauteed beans, ham, and olive oil. And it’s enough to make every bite delicious. After devouring all the savory goods, Granada offers a range of Arab-influenced sweets. Very often than not, they are served with Moorish mint tea. Go for the traditional cafes to have the ultimate experience!

Granada actually sees an uptick in visitors during the winter as the Sierra Nevadas are only around 21 miles (35 km) away from Granada. During this time finding a reasonably priced accommodation can be challenging as the city fills with skiers and snowboarders.