Are there accessibility options when taking a bus from Alicante to Barcelona?

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Alicante to Barcelona: Alsa Assistance Priority boarding Accessible seating. FlixBus Assistance Priority boarding Wheelchair-accessible buses.

What are the best sights in Barcelona?

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Barcelona are: Sagrada Família, an iconic basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí known for its intricate facades and towering spires Park Güell, a vibrant public park featuring Gaudí's colorful mosaics and unique architectural elements La Rambla, a bustling street in the heart of the city lined with shops, cafes, and street performers Gothic Quarter, a historic neighborhood with narrow medieval streets and landmarks like Barcelona Cathedral Casa Batlló, a modernist building by Gaudí renowned for its unique design and colorful facade.

What are the best things to do in Barcelona?

The best things to do in Barcelona include: Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history Montjuïc, a hill offering stunning views of the city and home to attractions like the Magic Fountain and Montjuïc Castle Barceloneta Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying seaside restaurants El Raval, a vibrant neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of cultures, street art, and lively nightlife Tibidabo Amusement Park, offering fun rides and panoramic views of Barcelona.

Can I cancel my bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona?

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona depends on the bus providers: Alsa You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee. FlixBus You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

Is luggage included in the bus ticket price from Alicante to Barcelona?

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona: Alsa One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg. FlixBus One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Can I book additional luggage for the bus from Alicante to Barcelona?

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona: Alsa Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee. FlixBus Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Can I bring my pet on board the bus from Alicante to Barcelona?

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Alicante to Barcelona. The following conditions apply: Alsa Small pets allowed in carriers Larger pets must travel in the hold. FlixBus Small pets in carriers allowed Guide dogs travel for free.

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Alicante to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

$35

Average price

$63

Fastest journey

5 h 20 m

Average duration

5 h 50 m

Buses per day

Distance

407 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Alicante to Barcelona will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.

Fast buses

Of the 23 buses that leave Alicante for Barcelona every day 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Mar 21 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.

10:00AM6h10

Alicante

04:10PMBarcelona

$351One-way

0 transfers

08:00AM5h20

Alicante

01:20PMBarcelona

$371One-way

0 transfers

10:00AM5h20

Alicante

03:20PMBarcelona

$371One-way

0 transfers

03:00PM5h50

Alicante

08:50PMBarcelona

$441One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

09:15AM7h00

Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante

04:15PMBarcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord

$671One-way

1 transfer

Alicante to Barcelona bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, March 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	01:45AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h30	09:15AM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	01:45AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	8h00	09:45AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	04:45AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h45	12:30PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	09:15AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h00	04:15PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	09:15AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	6h30	03:45PM Barcelona	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	09:45AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	8h10	05:55PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	11:00AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h45	06:45PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	11:00AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h15	06:15PM Barcelona	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	12:45PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h00	07:45PM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	12:45PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h15	08:00PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	01:45PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	9h15	11:00PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	02:00PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	8h15	10:15PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	02:00PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h45	09:45PM Barcelona	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	03:00PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	6h45	09:45PM Barcelona	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	03:00PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h15	10:15PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	1 transfer
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	04:30PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h30	12:00AM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	04:30PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	8h00	12:30AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	09:45PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	8h00	05:45AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord	0 transfersDirect
Alsa Normal AlsaNormal	09:45PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses Nueva - Puerto de Alicante	7h30	05:15AM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Alicante to Barcelona

Buses from Alicante to Barcelona run on average 21 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€26) if you book in advance.

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

252 miles (406 km)

Average bus duration

7h 51m

Cheapest ticket price

$29 (€26)

Buses per day

Direct buses

Bus providers

Fastest bus

6h 45m

First bus

00:45

Last bus

22:30

Price information

Bus providers: Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus from Alicante to Barcelona

Travel between Alicante and Barcelona from $35 (€30) with Omio’s bus partners Alsa, BlaBlaCar and Infobus! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

Alsa is the main bus company in Spain, a subsidiary of the UK bus company National Express. Alsa offers a wide variety of national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers every year. Apart from the Standard fare, Alsa provides ticket types like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes for those looking to save money on bus journeys. While most travelers don’t mind traveling on normal buses with basic services like bathrooms, free WiFi, footrests and onboard entertainment, some others may want to check out Alsa’s deluxe buses like the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium, which provide more luxurious amenities on specific routes.

Bus information from Alicante to Barcelona with Alsa:

Average Duration: 6 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $35
Alsa frequency: 7 a day

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

FlixBus from Alicante to Barcelona bus information:

Average Duration: 7 h
Cheapest Price: $64
FlixBus frequency: 4 a day

Buses from Alicante to Barcelona

Buses in Spain are a convenient and affordable way to travel, with numerous companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. Alsa runs 12 buses from Alicante to Barcelona each day. The first Alicante to Barcelona bus leaves at 12:15 a.m. while the last departs at 8:35 p.m. Buses from Alicante to Barcelona takes at least 6:45 h to arrive in Barcelona.

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Alicante to Barcelona Bus Cost

Average prices for buses from Alicante to Barcelona when you book in advance

Booking Period	Average Price
Same Day	€47
1 Day in Advance	€47
1 Week in Advance	€43
2 Weeks in Advance	€37
1 Month in Advance	€22
3 Months in Advance	€22

Alicante to Barcelona Buses: General Information

While taking a bus is slower than the train, it is significantly cheaper and can take as little as 6:45 h to arrive in Barcelona.

All Alicante to Barcelona buses are run by ALSA.
All buses are direct, depart from Alicante bus station and arrive at either Barcelona Nord or Barcelona Airport-Prat T1 bus station.
Traveling from Alicante to Barcelona by bus takes as little as 6 hours and 45 minutes.
Most travelers book their Alicante to Barcelona bus ticket 1 day in advance of the travel date.

Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Alicante to Barcelona buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:

It is 9% cheaper to book an Alicante to Barcelona bus ticket 1 week in advance as opposed to the day you intend to travel.
Alicante to Barcelona bus tickets are 53% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a bus ticket the day of.

FAQs: Bus from Alicante to Barcelona

FAQs: Take the bus from Alicante to Barcelona with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Barcelona.

Cheap bus tickets from Alicante to Barcelona can start from as little as $27 (€24) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Alicante to Barcelona is $52 (€45); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Alicante to Barcelona bus travel time is 6 h 15 min for the 252 mile (406 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Alicante to Barcelona leaves at 12: 25AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Alicante to Barcelona leaves at 11: 30PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Alicante to Barcelona without having to change trains with Alsa or FlixBus. There are 13 direct buses from Alicante to Barcelona each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Alicante to Barcelona bus with Alsa or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey between Alicante and Barcelona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord, located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a bus from Alicante to Barcelona is April.

You have options as you can travel from Alicante to Barcelona 3 different ways: train, bus or flight.

Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Alicante to Barcelona:

Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.

Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Alicante to Barcelona for bus companies Alsa and FlixBus.

Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Barcelona are:

Sagrada Família, an iconic basilica designed by Antoni Gaudí known for its intricate facades and towering spires
Park Güell, a vibrant public park featuring Gaudí's colorful mosaics and unique architectural elements
La Rambla, a bustling street in the heart of the city lined with shops, cafes, and street performers
Gothic Quarter, a historic neighborhood with narrow medieval streets and landmarks like Barcelona Cathedral
Casa Batlló, a modernist building by Gaudí renowned for its unique design and colorful facade.

The best things to do in Barcelona include:

Camp Nou, the home stadium of FC Barcelona, offering tours and a museum dedicated to the club's history
Montjuïc, a hill offering stunning views of the city and home to attractions like the Magic Fountain and Montjuïc Castle
Barceloneta Beach, a popular spot for sunbathing, swimming, and enjoying seaside restaurants
El Raval, a vibrant neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of cultures, street art, and lively nightlife
Tibidabo Amusement Park, offering fun rides and panoramic views of Barcelona.

Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus companies Alsa and FlixBus.

Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona depends on the bus providers:

Alsa
- You can cancel your ticket up to 48 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.

To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Alicante to Barcelona, follow these tips:

Book in advance: Tickets are often cheaper when booked early.

Be flexible with dates and times: Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money.

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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Alicante to Barcelona.

Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona:

Alsa
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).

Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Alicante to Barcelona:

Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.

Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Alicante to Barcelona. The following conditions apply:

Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets must travel in the hold.
FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.

You can reserve your seat on the bus from Alicante to Barcelona with the following bus companies: Alsa and FlixBus

Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Alicante to Barcelona with the following bus companies: Alsa and FlixBus.

Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Alicante to Barcelona with the following bus providers: Alsa and FlixBus.

Popular bus stations from Alicante to Barcelona

Alicante

Barcelona

The major bus station for departures in Alicante is Alicante, Estación de Autobuses. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses for your trip from Alicante to Barcelona.

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