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Heading up to the ski slopes or snow play parks of Sierra Nevada without a car is remarkably easy and stress-free. Instead of driving up winding mountain roads, dealing with snowy switchbacks, and paying expensive parking rates in Pradollano, thousands of skiers and day-trippers choose the official Granada to Sierra Nevada daily ski bus.
Operated by Autocares Tocina under the consortium of metropolitan transport, here is the official 2026 guide to bus schedules, ticket buying, and practical winter advice.
1. Departure Point and Route
The ski bus departs exclusively from the Estación de Autobuses de Granada (main northern bus station, Bay / Andén 1-4). From there, the coach heads directly onto the A-395 mountain highway, making only one brief intermediate stop at the Hotel Granada Center / Palacio de Congresos pickup point before ascending directly to the ski resort.
Arrival Point: The coach arrives at the subterranean Bus Terminal at Plaza de Pradollano (elevation 2,100 meters), directly beneath the main ticket offices and ski gondolas (Telecabina Borreguiles and Al-Ándalus).
2. Winter Timetable (Ski Season 2025/2026)
- Granada to Sierra Nevada (Departures):
- Monday to Friday: 09:00, 10:00, and 17:00 h.
- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 15:00, 16:00, and 17:00 h.
- Sierra Nevada to Granada (Returns from Pradollano):
- Monday to Friday: 09:00, 16:00, and 18:30 h.
- Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: 09:00, 13:00, 16:30, and 18:30 h.
Journey Duration: Approximately 45 to 55 minutes in standard weather conditions.
3. Ticket Prices & How to Purchase
| Ticket Type | Price (2026) | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Single Ticket (Ida) | 5.00 € | One journey |
| Round Trip (Ida y Vuelta) | 9.00 € | Same day or open return |
You can purchase tickets at the ALSA / Tocina ticket counter at the Granada Bus Terminal or online in advance via the ALSA portal. During peak snowy weekends in January and February, booking at least 24 hours ahead is strongly advised.
Check out our guides on Sierra Nevada ski pass prices and visiting Sierra Nevada without skiing.
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Informazioni tecniche ufficiali sui parcheggi sotterranei di Pradollano e tariffe 2026.
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