The cheapest and fastest buses from Alicante to Marbella
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€61
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
439 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alicante to Marbella is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Marbella will cost around €61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
Of the 3 buses that leave Alicante for Marbella on Sat, May 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 439 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Normal9:15 PM8h40Alicante, Estación de Autobuses5:55 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal1:15 AM8h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses9:15 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal2:45 PM9h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses11:45 PMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€611One-way1 transfer
Normal1:15 AM8h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses9:15 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal9:15 PM8h40Alicante, Estación de Autobuses5:55 AMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€601One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal2:45 PM9h00Alicante, Estación de Autobuses11:45 PMMarbella, Estación de Autobuses€611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Alicante to Marbella
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Marbella among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €60, and a flight costs an average of €73.
Distance: 439 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€64 Average price Cheapest | €208 Average price |
7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Alicante to Marbella bus times
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Marbella buses for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h00 | 9:15 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 2:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 11:45 PM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 9:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h40 | 5:55 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Alicante to Marbella by bus or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Alicante to Marbella
Buses from Alicante to Marbella run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €60 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 439 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 439 km |
Average bus duration 6h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar from Alicante to MarbellaYou can travel by bus between Alicante to Marbella with Alsa, BlaBlaCar for as low as €60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Alicante to Marbella
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Marbella by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marbella, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Alicante to Marbella
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km)
- Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 06, 09, 24 Tram: L1, L2
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