HOW TO GET from Granada to Ronda

Best way to travel from Granada to Ronda

  • By car is the fastest (2 h) way to travel to Ronda.
  • Taking the train requires a minimum of 2 h 40 min, one way.
  • Bus isn’t a good option since it requires going through Malaga and takes a minimum of 5 h.

Car

Ronda and Granada are separated by 185 km (115 miles). By car, the trip takes around 2h using the highway A-92.

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Train

Renfe offers three daily options to get from Granada to Ronda. However, they all require changing trains in Antequera. The total journey takes anywhere between 2.5 and 4.5 hours. One ticket costs 20-45€.

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GRANADA'S TRAIN STATION

Granada’s train station, also known as Estación de Andaluces, is located about 1km north of the old town. To get an idea, it is about an 18 min walk to the Granada Cathedral.

There are several local city buses connecting the city center with the train station, such as lines 4, 11, 21 and 33. For up-to-date information on the local city buses: www.transportesrober.com

RONDA'S TRAIN STATION

Ronda’s train station is located 1km (0.6 miles) north of the New Bridge.

Bus

There aren’t any direct buses between Granada and Ronda. From Granada, you will first need to take a bus to Malaga. Buses between Malaga and Granada are run by Alsa.

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There is about one bus per hour throughout the day, with the trip lasting between 1:30h and 2:30h. The ticket price ranges from 8 to 13 €. For more information, check out our page how to get from Granada to Malaga.

In Malaga, you will need to catch another bus to get to Ronda. Those buses are run by the company Avanzabus. There are about 3 daily buses and the trip takes between 2 h 40 min and 3 h 15 min. You can expect to pay around 15 €.

In total, the trip by bus from Granada to Ronda will take anywhere between 5 and 7h.

GRANADA'S BUS STATION

Granada’s bus station is located 2.5km north of the old town. For example, it is a 40 min walk to the cathedral. The local city bus lines 21 and 33 connect the city center (bus stop at Gran Vía 14) with the bus station.

If you want to get to the Alhambra, you should take one of those buses and get off at the end of Gran Vía (right next to the cathedral). From there, walk to Plaza Isabel la Católica (2 min walk) to take the bus to the Alhambra (lines C30 or C32). The total trip takes about 40 minutes.

For up-to-date information on the local city buses: www.transportesrober.com

RONDA'S BUS STATION

Ronda’s bus station is located next to the train station.

Once you have arrived

GET AROUND GRANADA

Top Hotels in Ronda

CATALONIA RONDA
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Located in the center of Ronda, just across the bullring, this 4-star hotels offers rooms with traditional décor in warm tones. The rooftop terrace features a swimming pool and hot tub with incredible views of the bullring and gorge. For an extra cost, guests can access the indoor pool and spa facilities.
PARADOR DE RONDA
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Set in Ronda’s former town hall, this accommodation offers spectacular views of the Tajo gorge and the New Bridge, which are also located just steps away. All of the rooms feature a private balcony, most of them with great views of the surrounding nature. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool.
HOTEL MONTELIRIO
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Occupying a restored 17th century palace on the edge of Ronda’s famous gorge, this 4-star hotel offers elegant rooms with classic décor and wooden floors. The rooms are spread around a traditional Andalusian patio. Guests can enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool and Turkish bath.
SALVATIERRA GUESTHOUSE
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Stylish and comfortable accommodation occupying a traditional building in Ronda’s old town. There is an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace with views of the rolling hills that surround Ronda. Some rooms feature a balcony.
BOABDIL GUESTHOUSE
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Occupying a restored traditional house, this establishment features stylish Moorish décor with bright accent walls. Guests can enjoy the rooftop terrace and its fantastic views of the countryside. Great value for your money. Ronda’s famous bridge is a 10-min walk away.

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Top Hotels in Granada

HOTEL CASA 1800
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Occupying a restored 16th century building in Granada’s Albaicín neighborhood, the rooms of this hotel are spread around a traditional patio. They feature traditional stylish decoration in neutral tones with exposed brick walls and luxurious furniture. Some rooms have views of the Alhambra.
ISSABEL’S MARQUIS HOTEL
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Modern 4-star hotel in Granada’s center, just steps away from a bus stop to the Alhambra. The rooms are comfortable and feature oversized windows with great city views. Guests get free access to the hotel’s spa and Turkish bath.
SHINE ALBAYZÍN
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Design hotel occupying a 16th century palace on the Carrera del Darro in the very center of Granada. Its stylish rooms are arranged around a typical patio where guests can enjoy free tea and cake in the afternoon. Some rooms have views of the Alhambra. There are also apartments for up to 6 people.
PALACIO DE LOS NAVAS
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Housed in a 16th century palace, this accommodation offers stylish rooms with traditional white-washed decor and some original elements such as wooden ceilings. All the rooms are set around a traditional Andalusian patio, where guests can enjoy free pastries and tea in the afternoon.
EUROSTARS CATHEDRAL
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Located in Granada’s center, just steps away from the Cathedral, this hotel offers modern rooms will all amenities. Some rooms have balconies with great cathedral views. Guests have free access to the hotel’s sauna and Turkish bath.
HOSTAL LIMA
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Affordable accommodation with a lot of character and charm in Granada’s city center – 5 min walk from the Cathedral. Featuring a very unique decoration, this hostal will make you feel like you are visiting a heritage museum. Great value for your money.

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