The cheapest and fastest buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 6 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Alicante on Sat, Jan 31, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jan 31 the direct buses cover the 355 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jan 31 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 355 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€39 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest | €94 Average price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante buses for today, Friday, January 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 9:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h30 | 4:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h35 | 4:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, January 31 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 5h00 | 6:00 PM Alicante | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante
Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 355 km distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 355 km |
Average bus duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 07:30 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus from Madrid Barajas Airport to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra, Infobus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport 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.

- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Alsa Supra
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Within 48 hours, a fee applies.
- 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).
- Alsa Supra
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Alsa Supra
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
- Alsa Supra
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: C6
- 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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