Skip to main content

Featured Posts

Monday Morning Photo - Lopera Castle, Jaén

Lopera Castle, one of the best examples built by the Military Order of Calatrava in Jaén province, near the provincial border with Córdoba. The castle was built in 13th century on the site of a Moorish fortress, became a residence of nobility in 20th and today is visitable by prior arrangement.  Lopera Castle See the Monday Morning Photo list.

Jaen to Malaga Airport by Bus

On my recent escape I took the bus from Jaen to Malaga, a trip which cost 18,10€. The bus stopped for 35 minutes in Granada bus station and then continued to Malaga bus station, the end of the line.

I was flying to the UK so then had the choice of another bus to the airport which I´d been told cost 2€. I opted for the train as I needed a knee stretch and had plenty of time to kill and only hand luggage on wheels.

After a cold beer in the sunshine I sauntered off in holiday mood towards the train station, which without the meander is only two minutes away, only to find a shopping centre within the station complex. A great way to kill time, even though I couldn´t buy anything without going over the baggage restriction weight.

The train cost 1.65€ and goes to the airport via other stops, then a bit of walking, all under cover and it´s check-in time.

I opted for the bus this time because I had a ride home on the return journey and its something I´ve wanted to do for ages although when, as is usual, four or five of us are travelling it becomes more expensive than taking the car. Also I just fancied the trip and views by bus but could have well done without the older Spanish ladies yelling on their mobiles most of the way.

I had allowed plenty of time, not knowing how it would work out. I could have got the bus three hours later without any problem - I know for next time and I´d do it again, it very mush depends on flight times which is why it was a possibility this time with a late flight into Birmingham.

Popular Posts