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MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Award-winning archaeological museum with immersive exhibits on Alicante and Mediterranean history; one of the city’s strongest museum visits.
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
83 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cieza to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cieza to Alicante will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
It's difficult to get from Cieza to Alicante without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cieza to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a bus costs an average of $21.
Distance: 51 miles (83 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$21 Average price | $18 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cieza to Alicante:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cieza to Alicante costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around $21 (€17) compared to roughly $23 (€19) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 1h 26m versus 1h 16m 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 04:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator ALSA | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
The table below shows live departures for Cieza to Alicante buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 PM Cieza | 3h40 | 6:10 PM Alicante | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:50 PM Cieza | 2h20 | 8:10 PM Alicante | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 4:05 AM Cieza | 5h40 | 9:45 AM Alicante | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Cieza to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:05, the last at 17:50. The fastest bus covers the 51 miles (83 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 51 miles (83 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 4:05 AM |
Last bus 5:50 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Award-winning archaeological museum with immersive exhibits on Alicante and Mediterranean history; one of the city’s strongest museum visits.
Contemporary art museum in the old town with notable 20th-century Spanish art and a strong permanent collection in a historic building.
Fine arts museum focused on 19th- and 20th-century painting from Alicante and the Valencian region, housed in a restored palace.
Alicante’s signature palm-lined promenade with its famous mosaic paving; a must for walking by the marina.
Picturesque old quarter of whitewashed houses, steps, flowers, and viewpoints; highly photogenic and popular online.
Central city beach area below Santa Bárbara Castle, popular for sea views, strolling, and easy access from downtown.
Traditional Alicante rice cooked in fish stock and usually served with alioli. It is one of the city’s most emblematic seafood rice dishes.
Rice dish made with cuttlefish or squid and squid ink, giving it a deep black color and rich Mediterranean flavor.
A coastal rice and fish specialty from the Alicante area, prepared with robust fish broth and served as a comforting traditional meal.
Well-known hilltop restaurant with modern Mediterranean cuisine, tasting menus, and excellent views over Alicante and Santa Bárbara Castle.
Classic Alicante restaurant and tapas bar known for high-quality seafood, rice dishes, and a lively, polished atmosphere.
Stylish central venue popular for creative tapas, rice dishes, cocktails, and an energetic upscale dining scene.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Good value for meals and coffee, while summer hotels near the beach can cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; round up taxis. Tipping is appreciated, not obligatory.
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