The quickest way from Seville to Granada by train is Renfe’s direct Avant high-speed service from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Granada station, which takes about 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes. There are usually around four direct trains a day in each direction, running over the high-speed line via Antequera; other journeys need a change, usually at Córdoba.
Seville to Granada train: key facts
| Train | Renfe Avant (regional high-speed), direct |
|---|---|
| Journey time | About 2 h 40 min – 2 h 55 min (fastest about 2 h 37 min) |
| Direct trains | Around 4 a day in each direction, early morning to evening |
| Departs | Sevilla-Santa Justa (Seville’s main station) |
| Arrives | Granada station (mainline station, a short taxi ride from the centre) |
| Typical stops | Córdoba, Puente Genil-Herrera, Antequera-Santa Ana, Loja |
| Distance by rail | About 210 km |
| Tickets | renfe.com, the Renfe app or station ticket offices; seats are reserved |
| Alternatives | ALSA direct bus about 3 h; car about 250 km on the A-92, roughly 2.5–3 h |
Times and frequencies are approximate and were last checked on 1 November 2026. Renfe changes timetables during the year, so always confirm your train on renfe.com before you travel.
What has changed on this route
Granada had no trains at all from 2015 to 2019 while the high-speed line from Antequera was built. The Antequera–Granada high-speed line opened in June 2019, and direct Avant trains between Seville and Granada started in February 2020, replacing the old, much slower conventional route. In early 2026, storm damage on Andalusia’s rail lines reduced some Avant services for several weeks; services have since been restored with revised timetables, which is another reason to check the schedule for your exact date.
Tips for the journey
- Book early. With only a handful of direct trains a day, the convenient departures fill up in spring, autumn and around Easter.
- Book the Alhambra first. Timed Alhambra entries often sell out weeks ahead; fix your visit, then choose your train.
- Check the stops. Some timetabled Seville–Granada journeys involve a change of train; if you want a direct train, check that the booking shows no connection.
Does the Al Ándalus luxury train go to Granada?
No. Since 2026 the Al Ándalus luxury train runs 7 days / 6 nights between Seville and Madrid (in both directions), visiting Jerez and Cádiz, Córdoba, Mérida, Cáceres, Toledo and Aranjuez. Granada is not on the itinerary.
Until 2025 the Al Ándalus ran a different route: a Seville–Málaga loop that included Ronda, Granada and Úbeda/Baeza. That itinerary is no longer operated, so older articles and search results that say the Al Ándalus stops in Granada are out of date.
See the current route and 2027 dates on our Al Ándalus luxury train page, the Seville to Madrid itinerary and the Al Ándalus 2027 prices.
Add Granada and the Alhambra to your Al Ándalus journey
Granada is under three hours from Seville by direct train, so it fits neatly before or after the Al Ándalus. Palace Tours can arrange a Granada extension with hotel nights, a guided Alhambra visit and your travel between Seville and Granada, timed around your train departure.
Seville to Granada train: FAQ
Is there a direct train from Seville to Granada?
Yes. Renfe runs direct Avant high-speed trains from Sevilla-Santa Justa to Granada, usually about four a day in each direction. No change of train is needed.
How long does the train from Seville to Granada take?
Direct Avant trains take about 2 hours 40 minutes to 2 hours 55 minutes; the fastest timetabled run is roughly 2 hours 37 minutes. Journeys with a change of train, usually at Córdoba, take longer.
Which stations do Seville to Granada trains use?
Trains leave from Sevilla-Santa Justa, Seville's main railway station, and arrive at Granada station, the city's mainline station, a short taxi or bus ride from the centre and the Alhambra.
Where does the Seville to Granada train stop?
Direct Avant trains run over the high-speed line via Antequera and typically call at Córdoba, Puente Genil-Herrera, Antequera-Santa Ana and Loja before Granada.
How do I buy Seville to Granada train tickets?
Tickets are sold by Renfe on renfe.com, in the Renfe app and at stations. Seats are reserved and there are only a few direct trains a day, so book ahead for spring and autumn; fares vary with the date and demand.
Does the Al Ándalus luxury train go to Granada?
No. Since 2026 the Al Ándalus runs 7 days / 6 nights between Seville and Madrid via Jerez, Cádiz, Córdoba, Mérida, Cáceres, Toledo and Aranjuez. Until 2025 it ran a Seville–Málaga loop that included Granada, Ronda and Úbeda/Baeza, but that route is no longer operated.
Can I add Granada and the Alhambra to an Al Ándalus trip?
Yes. Palace Tours can arrange a Granada extension before or after the Al Ándalus, with hotel nights, a guided Alhambra visit and your Seville–Granada travel. Email travel@palacetours.com or call +1 786-408-0610.
Is the bus or car quicker than the train from Seville to Granada?
No. Direct ALSA buses take about 3 hours from Seville's Plaza de Armas bus station, and driving is about 250 km on the A-92, roughly 2.5 to 3 hours. The direct Avant train is usually the quickest option.