Getting to Alhama de Almería — Plane, car, bus and train

Alhama de Almería sits at 518 m above sea level, in the Andarax valley, well connected to the city and a short drive from the Tabernas Desert, Cabo de Gata and the Sierra de Gádor. Here is how to get here and the distances to the main destinations in the area.

By plane

Almería Airport (AEI) is about 30 km away, with domestic flights and some international connections (a few seasonal). From the terminal, the easiest option is to continue by car on the A-7, A-92 and A-348. Car hire is available at the airport.

By car

This is the most practical way to get here and to explore the province. About 25 minutes from Almería on the A-92 and A-348; around 1 hr 45 from Granada on the A-92; about 2 hr 15 from Murcia on the A-7. Parking available in the village.

By bus

The M-103 intercity line (Almería – Los Pinos – Benahadux – Gádor – Alhama de Almería), part of the Almería Metropolitan Transport Consortium, connects the capital with the village. Please check up-to-date timetables and frequencies before travelling.

By train

The nearest railway station is Almería (Renfe). From there, continue to Alhama (about 25 km) by bus or car.

Distances from Alhama

Almería city 24 km
Almería Airport 30 km
Tabernas Desert 31 km
Cabo de Gata (San José) 60 km
Granada 110 km
Murcia 200 km

Approximate distances by road.

Good to know

Hiring a car is highly recommended to explore the Tabernas Desert, Cabo de Gata and the Sierra de Gádor at your own pace.
Distances and times shown are approximate and by road.
Arriving during the day makes it easier to find your way around the Andarax valley.

Getting around the province? See the Almería transport directory: train, plane, port, metropolitan buses, taxi and bike.

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Arriving without surprises

What is the nearest airport?

Almería airport (AEI), about 30 km away, with domestic flights and some international connections. Car hire is available in the terminal.

How do you get here by car?

From Almería, about 25 minutes via the A-92 and A-348; from Granada, around 1h45; from Murcia, around 2h15. There is parking in the village.

Is there a bus?

Intercity lines connect Almería with the Andarax district, stopping in Alhama. Best to check up-to-date timetables and frequencies before travelling.

And by train?

The nearest station is Almería (Renfe); from there you continue to Alhama (about 25 km) by bus or car.

How far are the main destinations?

Almería 24 km, Tabernas Desert 31 km, Cabo de Gata (San José) 60 km, Granada 110 km. Approximate distances by road.

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