The cheapest and fastest buses from Málaga to Alicante
Cheapest price
€31
Average price
€55
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 58 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Málaga to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Alicante will cost around €55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €31.
Of the 7 buses that leave Málaga for Alicante on Mon, Mar 30, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 30 the direct buses cover the 391 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Mon, Mar 30 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.
10:30AM4h50Málaga03:20PMAlicante€311One-way0 transfers
Normal02:15PM7h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses09:45PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal08:00AM8h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses04:30PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal09:30PM7h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses04:45AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal12:00PM7h00Malaga, Estación de Autobuses07:00PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
10:30AM4h50Málaga03:20PMAlicante€311One-way0 transfers
Normal12:00PM7h00Malaga, Estación de Autobuses07:00PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal09:30PM7h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses04:45AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal02:15PM7h30Malaga, Estación de Autobuses09:45PMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€581One-way0 transfers
Normal · Normal05:30PM8h15Malaga, Estación de Autobuses01:45AMAlicante, Estación de Autobuses€591One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Málaga to Alicante
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 €39, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 391 km
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€55 Average price Cheapest | €90 Average price | €225 Average price |
6h 59m Average total duration 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Málaga to Alicante bus times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Alicante buses for today, Sunday, March 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Normal | 12:15 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 7:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 9:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:00 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h30 | 9:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h15 | 11:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal | 7:30 PM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h15 | 2:45 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 6:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 8h30 | 2:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal | 10:00 AM Malaga, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 5:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Málaga to Alicante
Buses from Málaga to Alicante run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €39 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 391 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 391 km |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus from Málaga to AlicanteYou can travel by bus between Málaga to Alicante with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Infobus for as low as €39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Málaga to Alicante
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga 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
- 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
- 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
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- 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 Málaga to Alicante
- 06:00-23:00
- 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: 4, 19, 20 Train: C1, C2
- 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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