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MARQ Museo Arqueológico de Alicante
Alicante’s flagship archaeology museum, known for modern exhibition design and major temporary shows. A top cultural stop for understanding the province’s ancient Iberian, Roman and medieval past.
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
5 h 35 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
355 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 8 buses that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Alicante on Tue, Jun 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 355 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 35 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
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Normal · NormalOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $39.
Distance: 220 miles (355 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price | $91 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante costing on average $51 (€41).
A train is $100 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante costing on average $130 (€106).
Other travel options to Alicante take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 58m.
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€41) compared to roughly $91 (€74) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 4h 38m versus 3h 49m 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 Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra.
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 BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $48 |
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 5h35 | 5:20 AM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h05 | 7:50 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 11:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 8h10 | 7:55 AM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
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Normal · Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h50 | 2:35 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 7:45 AM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h05 | 2:50 PM El Altet, Aeroport d'Alacant (Salidas - Estación de autobuses) | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 1:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h15 | 8:00 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Supra Economy · Normal | 3:45 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 7h20 | 11:05 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
Normal · Normal | 4:30 PM Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) | 6h35 | 11:05 PM Alicante, Estación de Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:45, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 220 miles (355 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 220 miles (355 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 11:45 AM |
Last bus 10:45 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.
Alicante’s flagship archaeology museum, known for modern exhibition design and major temporary shows. A top cultural stop for understanding the province’s ancient Iberian, Roman and medieval past.
The city’s leading contemporary art museum, housing works by major 20th-century Spanish artists and the Eusebio Sempere collection in a beautifully restored historic building.
Fine arts museum in an 18th-century palace with paintings and sculpture focused on artists connected to Alicante from the 16th to 20th centuries.
Alicante’s signature palm-lined promenade with its famous wave-pattern mosaic. It is the city’s classic stroll and one of the most photographed places in town.
The most picturesque part of Alicante’s old town, with whitewashed houses, flower-filled lanes and photogenic stairways popular with both locals and social media visitors.
A lively waterfront walking stretch linking the historic center and marina, ideal for sea views, evening walks and seeing Alicante’s urban coastal character.
Alicante’s classic rice dish, cooked in rich fish stock and traditionally served with alioli. A staple of the local coast and one of the city’s signature rice recipes.
A refined Alicante seafood rice where shellfish and fish are peeled before cooking, making it easy to eat. Very popular in local rice restaurants.
A traditional fisherman’s dish from the Alicante coast and nearby Tabarca area, combining fish broth with rice for a deeply savory maritime flavor.
Alicante’s best-known fine dining destination, focused on contemporary Mediterranean cuisine with strong local identity and tasting menus.
Well-known central restaurant and tapas bar, famous for premium seafood, market produce, and lively traditional atmosphere.
Respected hilltop restaurant near Santa Barbara Castle, offering refined Mediterranean cuisine and excellent city views in an elegant setting.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Good value for meals and drinks, while summer hotels near the beach cost more.
Tipping is modest. Round up in cafes, leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up or add a little for taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Alicante 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 Alicante, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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