- Must visit
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
$56
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
6 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 4 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jaén to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jaén to Alicante will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
It's difficult to get from Jaén to Alicante without transferring at least 2 times.
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Normal · Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Jaén to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $237 Average price | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 8h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Jaén to Alicante:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jaén to Alicante costing on average $62 (€51).
A bus is $179 (€146) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jaén to Alicante costing on average $237 (€194).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 42m.
Flight takes on average 8h 49m.
Tickets start at around $59 (€48) compared to roughly $83 (€68) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€20). The journey takes 6h 42m versus 3h 58m 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, Grupo Interbus.
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 |
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Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
The table below shows live departures for Jaén to Alicante buses for today, Saturday, June 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 · Normal | 8:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 11h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 11h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 8:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 11h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 9:00 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 8h25 | 5:25 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 10h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 10h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 9:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 10h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 9h15 | 9:45 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 7h40 | 8:10 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 12:30 PM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 7h20 | 7:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 6h20 | 1:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 7h20 | 2:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 6h40 | 2:10 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 2 transfers | |
Normal · Normal | 7:30 AM Jaén, Estación de Autobuses | 9h00 | 4:30 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Jaén to Alicante run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€45) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Alicante — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alicante trip today.
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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