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The cheapest and fastest buses from Barcelona to Calpe
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 18
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€57
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€58
Fastest journey on Sep 18
7 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
9 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 18
10
Distance
354 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Barcelona to Calpe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Calpe will cost around €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Calpe without transferring at least once.
Normal · Normal7:00 AM13h00Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer- Normal · Normal7:25 AM10h20El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)5:45 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal7:25 AM9h35El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)5:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal7:25 AM12h35El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)8:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal1:00 AM9h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:35 AMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal · Normal12:30 PM7h30Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord8:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€591One-way2 transfers
- Normal · Normal7:25 AM9h35El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)5:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal1:00 AM9h35Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord10:35 AMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal7:00 AM10h00Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord5:00 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
- Normal · Normal7:25 AM10h20El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)5:45 PMCalpe, Avenida Diputacion€571One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare flight for Barcelona to Calpe
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Calpe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €227 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the flight is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.1 - 2.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €227, while a flight costs an average of €227.
Distance: 219 miles (354 km)
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Most popular Flight | Driving |
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€227 Average price Cheapest | €79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Calpe is a bus with an average price of €3.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Calpe:
A bus is €223 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Calpe costing on average €227.
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Calpe is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 2m.
Other travel options to Calpe take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 12m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Barcelona and Calpe.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Calpe among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around €3 compared to roughly €79 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €75. The journey takes 7h 12m versus 5h 4m 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.
Barcelona to Calpe Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €37 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €46 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €33 |
Live departures
Barcelona to Calpe bus times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Calpe buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 1:20 PM Barcelona | 5h20 | 6:40 PM Calpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Barcelona | 6h00 | 11:00 PM Calpe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 9h35 | 10:35 AM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 11h35 | 12:35 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 1:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h15 | 2:15 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 13h00 | 8:00 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h45 | 5:45 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:00 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 10h00 | 5:00 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 9h35 | 5:00 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 10h20 | 5:45 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
| Normal · Normal | 7:25 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0) | 12h35 | 8:00 PM Calpe, Avenida Diputacion | 1 transfer | |
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Why should you book Barcelona to Calpe buses with Omio?
Alsa operates all buses services from Barcelona to Calpe.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Barcelona to Calpe
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Buses from Barcelona to Calpe run on average 10 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:20. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (354 km) distance in 6h 5m.
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 219 miles (354 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 6h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 9:20 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 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 Barcelona to CalpeYou can travel by bus between Barcelona to Calpe with Alsa for as low as €20. 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
6h 5m
Cheapest Alsa Price
€3
Alsa frequency
10 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.
Complete guide to Calpe
Things to do in Calpe
Discover the best of Calpe — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Calpe trip today.
- Recommended
Yacimiento de los Baños de la Reina
Open-air archaeological site with interpretation panels. It is essential for understanding Roman Calpe beside the Mediterranean shore.
- Recommended
Pobla Medieval d'Ifac
Archaeological interpretation area for the medieval town once linked to Ifach. It helps visitors imagine Calpe's fortified past.
- Must visit
Casco Antiguo de Calpe
Historic heart of Calpe with narrow lanes, murals, and traditional houses. Ideal for wandering, photos, and a sense of local character.
- Must visit
Las Salinas de Calpe
Scenic wetland loop around the salt lagoon. Excellent for birdwatching, especially flamingos, close to the town center.
- Must visit
Paseo Ecológico Príncipe de Asturias
Seafront walk by the old fish-farm ruins and coves. It combines archaeology, open views, and a pleasant coastal atmosphere.
- Gluten-free
Arroz Del Senyoret
Rice cooked in fish stock with squid, monkfish and shellfish. A Valencian coast classic, prized in Calpe for using very fresh local seafood.
- Gluten-free
Arroz A Banda
Baked rice with fish, shellfish and often cuttlefish ink or stock. Traditional around Alicante, with deep sea flavor tied to local fishing culture.
- Gluten-free
Caldero
A rich stew of fish, potatoes and garlic aioli, linked to Alicante seafaring cuisine. It is a comforting local favorite in coastal homes and taverns.
Beat Restaurant
Refined Michelin-starred dining with Mediterranean tasting menus and sea views. Best known for creative local seafood and polished service.
Restaurante Baydal
Well-known seafood restaurant near the port, valued for rice dishes, fresh fish and a classic marina atmosphere.
Restaurante El Cantal
Established portside venue specializing in seafood, paella and fish from the lonja. Traditional setting with strong local reputation.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Costa Blanca. Hotels rise in summer, but dining and local transport stay reasonable versus larger Spanish beach resorts.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafes, and round up taxi fares.
Autobuses Ifach
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.55
- Day pass
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To the city center
Calpe, Avenida Diputacion -> Plaça Colón
- Distance
- 700 m
- Travel time
- 8 min
- Urban buses in Calpe are operated by Autobuses Ifach; check current timetables on the official website before travel.
- Have cash ready on local buses, as contactless card payment is not consistently confirmed on all services.
FAQs: Bus from Barcelona to Calpe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Calpe 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 Calpe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Barcelona to Calpe can start from as little as €3 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Barcelona to Calpe is €3 ; 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 bus from Barcelona to Calpe is 6h 5m to travel the 219 miles (354 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Barcelona to Calpe leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Barcelona to Calpe leaves at 9:20 PM.
There are 10 buses a day from Barcelona to Calpe which require at least one change with Alsa, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Barcelona to Calpe, you can count on Alsa, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Calpe. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Barcelona and Calpe and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Calpe from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
Yes, you can take a flight between Barcelona and Calpe.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Barcelona to Calpe:
- Alsa
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Barcelona to Calpe for bus company Alsa.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Calpe are:
- Peñón de Ifach, a towering limestone rock offering hiking trails and panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea
- Playa de la Fossa, a popular sandy beach known for its clear waters and family-friendly atmosphere
- Baños de la Reina, ancient Roman fish farms and pools providing a glimpse into historical aquaculture
- Calpe Old Town, a charming area with narrow streets, colorful houses, and historical landmarks
- Las Salinas, a natural saltwater lagoon home to diverse bird species, including flamingos.
The best things to do in Calpe include:
- Explore the vibrant local markets for fresh produce and handmade crafts
- Enjoy a scenic boat tour along the coastline for stunning views and marine life spotting
- Visit the local museums to learn about Calpe's rich history and culture
- Try local cuisine at traditional Spanish restaurants for an authentic dining experience
- Participate in water sports like kayaking or paddleboarding for an adventurous day at sea.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Barcelona to Calpe depends on the bus 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 bus with bus 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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Barcelona to Calpe.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Barcelona to Calpe:
- 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 bus ticket from Barcelona to Calpe:
- Alsa
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Barcelona to Calpe. The following conditions apply:
- Alsa
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must travel in the hold.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Barcelona to Calpe with the following bus company: Alsa
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Barcelona to Calpe with the following bus company: Alsa.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Barcelona to Calpe with the following bus company: Alsa.
Since both Barcelona and Calpe are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Calpe among Omio's users.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Calpe, travelers should be cautious of petty theft such as pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Avoid leaving valuables unattended on beaches. Be wary of unofficial taxi services that may overcharge. Scams involving overpriced goods or services, particularly in tourist-heavy zones, can occur, so it's advisable to confirm prices beforehand. Staying alert and using reputable transportation options helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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