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The cheapest and fastest buses from Faro to Alicante

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 23

Cheapest price on Sep 23

€26

Average ticket price on Sep 23

€49

Fastest journey on Sep 23

13 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Sep 23

16 h 51 m

Buses on Sep 23

5

Distance

672 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Faro to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Faro to Alicante will cost around €49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Faro to Alicante without transferring at least once.

  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    5:30 PM13h40
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    8:10 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    261One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal
    5:15 PM13h55
    Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    8:10 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    261One-way
    1 transfer
  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Normal
    9:45 AM18h35
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    5:20 AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    431One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Supra Economy
    4:45 PM19h10
    Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
    12:55 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    761One-way
    2 transfers
  • AlsaNormal · Normal · Supra Economy
    5:00 PM18h55
    Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
    12:55 PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses
    761One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and flight for Faro to Alicante

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Faro to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, while a flight costs an average of €378.

Distance: 672 km

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Bus
Most popular
Flight
Driving

€65

Average price

Cheapest

€378

Average price

€132

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 23m

Average total duration

15h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 34m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

7h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.0 - 4.0kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Alsa

Most popular bus company

Vueling

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is a bus with an average price of €65.

This is compared to other travel options from Faro to Alicante:

A bus is €313 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Faro to Alicante costing on average €378.

The fastest way to travel from Faro to Alicante is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 34m.

Other travel options to Alicante take longer:

Bus takes on average 15h 53m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Faro and Alicante including taking a bus and flight.

Live departures

Faro to Alicante bus times

The table below shows live departures for Faro to Alicante buses for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
AlsaNormal · Normal · Normal9:45 AM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
18h35
5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses2 transfers
AlsaNormal · Normal · Supra Economy4:45 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
19h10
12:55 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses2 transfers
AlsaNormal · Normal · Supra Economy5:00 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
18h55
12:55 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses2 transfers
AlsaNormal · Normal5:15 PM Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)
13h55
8:10 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer
AlsaNormal · Normal5:30 PM Faro, Terminal Rodoviário
13h40
8:10 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses1 transfer

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Why should you book Faro to Alicante buses with Omio?

Alsa operates all buses services from Faro to Alicante.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Rome2rio or Busbud?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Faro to Alicante.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Faro to Alicante

PortugalPortugal
SpainSpain
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Buses from Faro to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 20:05. The fastest bus covers the 672 km distance in 10h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
672 km
Average bus duration
15h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
5
Fastest bus
10h 30m
First bus
12:10 AM
Last bus
8:05 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
2 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Alsa from Faro to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Faro to Alicante with Alsa for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Alsa

About
Alsa is the main provider of bus travel in Spain and a subsidiary of the UK’s National Express. It operates an extensive network of regional, national, and international routes, transporting more than 300 million passengers annually. Alsa’s modern fleet offers varying levels of comfort and amenities. The standard Alsa Normal buses include free Wi-Fi, onboard bathrooms, footrests, and entertainment. For a more premium experience, Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus, and Alsa Premium services provide enhanced comfort and luxury features.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Alsa Duration
10h 30m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€17
Alsa frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for an additional fee; must be packed.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must travel in the hold.

FAQs: Bus from Faro to Alicante

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Faro 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Faro to Alicante can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Faro to Alicante is €65; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Faro to Alicante is 10h 30m to travel the 672 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Faro to Alicante leaves at 12:10 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Faro to Alicante leaves at 8:05 PM.
There are 5 coaches a day from Faro to Alicante which require at least one change with Alsa. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Faro to Alicante, you can count on Alsa for the best way to get you to Alicante. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Faro and Alicante and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Faro , you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Faro, Terminal Rodoviário, Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) . When arriving in Alicante , you can end your trip in coach stations like Alicante, Estación de Autobuses .Passengers board the coach most frequently from Faro, Terminal Rodoviário, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Alicante from Faro is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Faro to Alicante is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Faro and Alicante including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Faro to Alicante:
  • Alsa
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Faro to Alicante for coach company Alsa.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Faro to Alicante depends on the coach companies:
  • Alsa
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Alsa.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Faro to Alicante.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Faro to Alicante:
  • Alsa
    • One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Faro to Alicante:
  • Alsa
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Faro to Alicante. The following conditions apply:
  • Alsa
    • Small pets allowed in carriers
    • larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Faro to Alicante with the following coach company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Faro to Alicante with the following coach company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Faro to Alicante with the following coach company: Alsa.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Faro to Alicante

Most Faro to Alicante buses use the Faro, Terminal Rodoviário to Alicante, Estación de Autobuses station pair. Use this guide to compare Faro and Alicante bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Faro
Arrival bus stations in Alicante

Which Faro station do buses to Alicante leave from?

Buses from Faro to Alicante leave from Faro, Terminal Rodoviário. The station is 1 km from Faro city centre at Terminal Rodoviário, 8000-227 Faro, Portugal.
Faro, Terminal RodoviárioTerminal Rodoviário, 8000-227 Faro, PortugalWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Faro, Terminal Rodoviário from Faro city centre

TrainRe · 8m · €1 · every ~1 min
Bus63 · 4m · €2 · every ~1 min
3 · 5m · €1 · every ~14 min

Faro, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services

Faro, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food options include: Snack bars and kiosks available inside.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário. ATMs are available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Faro, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair accessible ramps and seating available.

Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses)Faro Airport, 8001-701 Faro, PortugalWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
City-centre transport

Getting to Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) from Faro city centre

Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) is 3 km from Faro city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus16, 15 · 20m · €3 · every ~3 min

Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) bus station facilities and services

Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.

Food and drink

Food options include: Portuguese Café (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station)

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance of the bus station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Faro, Aeropuerto (Estação Autocarros - buses): Elevators, ramps.

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