Granada to Malaga: Road Trip Guide & Distance

55.3 miles 89 km · straight line
78.3 miles actual route 126 km · driving distance
1h 40min estimated drive time
€12 - €15 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
236° SW bearing direction

How far is Granada from Malaga?

The distance from Granada to Malaga is 55.3 miles (89 km) as the crow flies. Malaga is located SW of Granada. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.3 miles, taking about 1h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in Spain.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Granada and Malaga. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Granada to Malaga

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 40min €12 - €15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 0min $6–$12* Budget

Quick Facts

Granada
37.18°N, 3.60°W
Europe/Madrid
738m elevation
Malaga
36.72°N, 4.42°W
Europe/Madrid
11m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 450.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM