When AVE services are cancelled or there are line disruptions, the issue most commonly affects the Madrid ⇄ Andalusia route in both directions. With Zonetransfers you have a direct alternative: pick-up at Atocha, Chamartín, Barajas (MAD) or any address in Madrid (and vice versa), with direct arrival at your destination in Seville, Málaga, Granada or Córdoba.
During disruptions, what works best is making a quick decision based on practical criteria: real departure time, luggage, group size and door-to-door arrival.
During disruptions, what you really pay for is uncertainty. A private transfer is based on planning and clear conditions.
A quick-decision table with distance, duration, price from and estimated market price.
| Route | Distance | Estimated time | Price “from” | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid → Seville Atocha/Chamartín/Barajas/address Madrid to Seville transfer |
530 km | 4 h 42 min | From 380 € | View price |
| Madrid → Málaga Atocha/Chamartín/Barajas/address Madrid to Málaga transfer |
529 km | ~5 h | From 390 € | View price |
| Madrid → Granada Atocha/Chamartín/Barajas/address Madrid to Granada transfer |
420 km | 4 h 01 min | From 350 € | View price |
| Madrid → Córdoba Atocha/Chamartín/Barajas/address Madrid to Córdoba transfer |
393 km | 3 h 56 min | From 160 € | View price |
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| Route | Distance | Estimated time | Indicative price | When demand increases | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seville → Madrid Door to door / station / airport |
530 km | 4 h 42 min | From ~380 € (market) | Disruptions in Andalusia / trains sold out | View price |
| Málaga → Madrid Ideal for connections and flights |
529 km | ~5 h | From ~390 € (market) | Flights / critical schedules / night service | View price |
| Granada → Madrid Families + luggage |
420 km | 4 h 01 min | From ~350 € (market) | Groups of 6–8 pax | View price |
| Córdoba → Madrid Express alternative |
393 km | 3 h 56 min | From ~160 € (market) | When the AVE fails | View price |
What usually happens during disruptions and why private transfers prevail for groups, luggage and critical schedules.
Standard: 1 cabin suitcase per person. If you carry more luggage or large suitcases, a higher-category vehicle is assigned. For groups: minibus/coach.
Typical scenarios that convert because they are exactly what people ask about.
The most common questions, answered clearly and directly.
If you need a controlled departure, are travelling with luggage or in a group (4–8 pax), a door-to-door private transfer is usually the most direct option: no transfers and exact arrival.
Yes, very frequently: we pick you up at your address and drop you off at Atocha, Chamartín, Barajas or any point in Madrid.
Atocha, Chamartín, Barajas Airport (MAD) or any address (hotel, home, company). The exact point helps calculate real travel time.
The key is agreeing everything in advance: route, exact pick-up point, schedule, vehicle, seats, luggage and extras (stops/child seat). This way the service is planned with no unexpected changes.
Yes, subject to availability. During disruptions, 7–8 seat vehicles sell out quickly; if it is for today, we recommend confirming as soon as possible via WhatsApp.
Yes. We have 7- and 8-seater vehicles. Standard luggage: 1 cabin suitcase per person. If you carry more or large suitcases, a higher-category vehicle or minibus is assigned.
Yes, invoicing is one of the advantages of a planned service, especially for companies and professional travel.
Yes. Please indicate it when booking (approximate age/weight) so the correct vehicle is assigned from the start.
Yes. Ideally, indicate this in advance to plan the route and real travel time, especially if you have a critical schedule (flight, check-in, event).
Exact origin, exact destination, date/time, number of passengers, luggage and extras (stops/child seat). With that we confirm availability and price.
Such an amazing transfer, excelent driver, good car. She was waiting for me in the airport when the flight arrived, in fact, she also texted me to inform that she was the driver and the exact location where she was waiting for me. Luxury service at economic price!(01/03/2026) Beth Gorsky
We arrived by train to Granada and we wanted to go to Jaén and they drove us in time and safely. I will use them again. Congratulations on your work.(12/30/2025) Seth Collins
We booked a tour to visit Toledo and Segovia, and honestly, the service was phenomenal. The driver was pleasant and the customer service was exceptional. We requested a two-hour extension and there was no problem at all; they were quick to make the change. Definitely a company we would use again.(12/21/2025) Nathaniel Evans
Fantastic transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to Tasch. We wanted to go to Zermatt and they informed us that it is not possible and gave us the instructions to arrive there.(12/19/2025) Emily Russell
We booked the transfer from Heathrow airport to Covent Garden and the driver was in the hall waiting for us. We booked a standard car but we were picked up in a Mercedes gamut car, with no additional cost! It was such a good transfer, we will book again with them when we come to the UK.(12/16/2025) Tony O'Connor
Thank you once again for your efficiency and customer service. Our pickup at Barcelona Airport by Jorge was seamless. Jorge also drove us on our Barcelona tour the following day. He was funny, kind and very attentive to us as well as a great driver. The next day he was again our driver to the cruise port. We enjoyed him so much.(12/10/2025) Kevin O.
Our flight arrived 40 minutes late and the customer service was able to help us despite this. They could change the transfer in their schedule and the transfer was efficient and safe.(12/02/2025) Mason Jones
I booked Zonetransfers in A Coruña, and everything went perfectly. Great communication, spotless car, and a smooth ride to my accommodation near the port. Excellent experience.(11/30/2025) Naomi Collins
Fantastic experience in Zurich. The driver arrived early, the car was spotless, and the journey to my hotel near the lake was calm and efficient. Highly recommended.(11/30/2025) Henry Lawson
My transfer in Brussels was great. The driver met me right at the arrivals gate and the ride to the European Quarter was fast and smooth. Wonderful professionalism.(11/30/2025) Amelia Turner
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