The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Alicante
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Buses per day
32
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alicante will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 32 buses that leave Barcelona for Alicante on Thu, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m 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.
Normal · Normal2:30 PM9h30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord12:00 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal12:55 PM12h20El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)1:15 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal1:00 AM10h37Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord11:37 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal12:25 AM9h05El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)9:30 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:00 AM8h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:15 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal2:55 PM6h50El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)9:45 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal2:30 PM7h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord9:45 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal · Normal10:25 AM7h50El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)6:15 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Normal5:00 PM8h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord1:15 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal10:00 AM8h15Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord6:15 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€551One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. 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 train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 407 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €69 Average price | €139 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alicante buses for today, Wednesday, June 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h30 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 7h15 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 6h50 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:59 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h31 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h05 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h50 | 11:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h37 | 11:37 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h30 | 9:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h15 | 11:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 8h15 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h45 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 10:20 AM Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 8h55 | 7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 7h50 | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 7:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 12:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 9:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 PM Barcelona, Carrer de Numància (Frente L'illa Diagonal) | 11h45 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:15 PM Airport BCN, Terminal 1 or 2 | 11h45 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ Normal | 12:20 PM Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) | 11h40 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 12h45 | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h30 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 12h20 | 1:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 11h05 | 12:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:55 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 8h50 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Alicante
Buses from Barcelona to Alicante run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 407 km distance in 7h 15m.
Distance 407 km |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 7h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Infobus from Barcelona to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Alicante with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, Infobus for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Hife
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Hife
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Hife
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Hife
- 15€ per additional bag.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Hife
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Barcelona to Alicante
- 06:30-21:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafetería de la estación (in the station)
- Tapas 24 (0.4 km)
- Pizzeria Roma (0.6 km).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 54, 6, H12 Metro: L1 Train: R1, R3, R4
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- La Botiga (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 46, L77, PR1 Metro: L9 Sud Train: R2 Nord
- 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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