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Museo Municipal Vélez-Rubio
Municipal museum presenting local archaeology, history, and traditions. It is the best place to understand the cultural background of Vélez-Rubio and its region.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$21
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$22
Fastest journey on Sep 20
3 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
3 h 41 m
Buses on Sep 20
46
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alicante to Velez-Rubio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alicante to Velez-Rubio will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Alicante to Velez-Rubio without transferring at least once.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Velez-Rubio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, while a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Velez-Rubio:
A train is $5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alicante to Velez-Rubio costing on average $12.
Other travel options to Velez-Rubio take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 19m.
Tickets start at around $12 compared to roughly $39 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27. The journey takes 2h 58m versus 1h 55m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Grupo Subús | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Alicante to Velez-Rubio buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal · Normal | 3:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h00 | 9:15 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:15 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 12:15 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 12:15 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:30 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 9:15 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h45 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 9h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 7h30 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h05 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 9:45 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h00 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h45 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 8h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 10:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 6h30 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 10:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h25 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:00 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h45 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 5h30 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:15 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 7h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 6h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 12:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 4h30 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 3h45 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 11h25 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 3h30 | 4:45 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 5h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 11h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 1:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h20 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 1:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 10h55 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 10h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 2:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 4h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 9h25 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 3h50 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 9h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 3:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 3h35 | 6:50 PM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 8h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 4:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h55 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 5:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 7h25 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 5:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 7h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal+ Normal | 5:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 6:15 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 6h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 5h25 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:15 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 5h10 | 12:25 AM Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Alicante to Velez-Rubio run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 but you can travel from only $7 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Buses per day 37 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 3:15 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Discover the best of Velez-Rubio — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Velez-Rubio trip today.
Municipal museum presenting local archaeology, history, and traditions. It is the best place to understand the cultural background of Vélez-Rubio and its region.
Interpretation space focused on Holy Week traditions, processional art, and local devotion. Ideal for learning about one of the town's strongest cultural expressions.
Interpretive exhibition about the nearby natural park, landscape, and wildlife. Useful for pairing cultural sightseeing with an excursion into the surrounding mountains.
The town's main square, framed by important civic and religious buildings. It is the natural starting point for sightseeing and local atmosphere.
Historic center with noble houses, churches, and traditional streets. Best explored on foot to appreciate the scale, architecture, and daily life of the town.
Pleasant public garden for a relaxed walk among trees and benches. It is a popular local meeting place and a practical break during a town visit.
Migas ruleras are fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, olive oil, peppers and local pork. A classic shepherds' dish in Los Vélez, especially on cold or rainy days.
Gurullos are tiny handmade pasta pieces simmered in a rich broth, often with rabbit, hare or snail. It is a hallmark comfort food of inland Almería.
Ajo colorao is a thick potato and pepper stew enriched with ñoras, garlic and usually salt cod. It is a traditional southeastern Spanish farmhouse dish.
Established local mesón serving tapas, grilled dishes and Andalusian favorites in a casual, social setting popular with residents.
Traditional restaurant in Vélez-Rubio known for grilled meats, local stews and a classic dining room atmosphere suited to regional cuisine.
Casual bar restaurant appreciated for generous tapas, simple regional cooking and an everyday local atmosphere in the town center.
Budget-friendly versus larger Spanish tourist cities. Meals, stays, and daily transport are usually cheaper, with modest local dining and limited premium options.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafes. Taxi tips are optional; rounding up is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alicante to Velez-Rubio 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 Velez-Rubio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alicante to Velez-Rubio buses use the Alicante, Estación de Autobuses to Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad station pair. Use this guide to compare Alicante and Velez-Rubio bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses is 1 km from Alicante city centre. Public transport options include:
Alicante, Estación de Autobuses has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafetería de la estación (in the station), Tapas Bar Alicante (0.3 km), Fast Food Outlet Alicante (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses.
Available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alicante, Estación de Autobuses: Elevators, ramps.
Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad. ATMs are available at Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad.
Ticket office support is available at Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad.
Available at Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vélez-Rubio, A-317 / C. La Amistad: Basic accessibility features available.
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